Plant Care Technician

Omaha, NE, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.00 - $22.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
vacation days
sick days
Company-paid holidays
floating holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Training and development programs

Job Description

Rentokil is a proud member of the Rentokil family of companies, a global leader in pest control and related services operating across more than 90 countries. The company has built a strong reputation for being a trusted partner to many leading brands worldwide, servicing both consumer and business clients across multiple industries. Their mission to protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet reflects their commitment to excellence and environmental stewardship, which is deeply embedded in their corporate culture. With a legacy of outstanding service, Rentokil continuously aims to innovate and improve its offerings, creating fulfilling career opportunities for its employees. Joining Rentokil means becoming part of a world-class team that values high performance, supports career growth, and prioritizes both employee and customer satisfaction.

The role of a Plant Care Specialist at Rentokil is vital for maintaining the health and appearance of plants in customer environments. This full-time position focuses on visiting various client sites daily to provide expert plant care. The Plant Care Specialist performs numerous trained tasks such as grooming, rotating, watering, pruning, and trimming plants, as well as clearing debris from planters. A key part of the job involves accurately gauging soil moisture using a soil probe to ensure plants receive optimal hydration. Fertilizing the plants as needed and maintaining the overall cleanliness and aesthetics of plant displays are also essential responsibilities. The Specialist is expected to prevent any damage to surrounding areas like floors, walls, furniture, or carpets from water or moisture, requiring attention to detail and care during every visit.

Additionally, the Plant Care Specialist helps with a variety of installations including interior and exterior container gardens, wall-mounted plant systems, and commercial plantscapes. Seasonal duties may include assisting with holiday decoration setups and takedown. The role also involves maintaining equipment related to scenting and air purification. The position demands strong communication and problem-solving skills, the ability to safely operate ladders, and experience handling pruning tools. Drivers must be comfortable operating service vans and trucks in both urban and rural areas. This job offers a rewarding chance to contribute to the ambiance and environment of corporate, commercial, and other professional settings while advancing your skills in a supportive company environment. Benefits start from day one for full-time colleagues, with no waiting period, emphasizing Rentokil’s commitment to the wellbeing and professional growth of its employees.

Job Requirements

  • Experience caring for plants is preferred
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Related experience and/or training
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence
  • Available to work Monday-Friday and Saturdays as needed
  • Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
  • Basic math skills
  • Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations
  • Customer-facing experience preferred

Job Qualifications

  • Experience caring for plants is preferred
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Related experience and/or training
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence
  • Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
  • Basic math skills to follow instructions for mixing on product labels
  • Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations
  • Customer-facing experience preferred

Job Duties

  • Exercise trained techniques to apply and maintain appropriate amounts of water per lighting conditions and plant requirements
  • Ensure plants as well as display containers are clean and free of dust and debris
  • Keep all plants free from diseases and insects
  • Maintain appearance of top dressing and other ornamental elements
  • Recognize and communicate additional Ambius product needs to grow the business
  • Assist on a variety of plantscape installations including interior or exterior container gardens, wall-mounted systems, commercial plantscapes, and more
  • Assist on holiday decoration installations decorating the interior and exterior of buildings with a team as well as removal of holiday decorations as needed at the end of the season
  • Maintain scenting and air purification equipment as necessary
  • Solid communication and critical problem solving skills
  • Regularly drive a service van/truck in urban and rural settings
  • Able to safely climb ladders and work on ladders
  • Experience using pruners, scissors, and other sharp objects

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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