Plant Care Specialist

Rentokil Initial; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the horticulture sector is seeking a Plant Care Specialist to enhance the quality of life in commercial environments. The role involves plant maintenance, installation, and client interaction, requiring a high school diploma and relevant experience. The position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement savings plans.

Benefits

Company cell phone

Uniforms are provided

Company paid holidays, vacation and sick time

Excellent Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings plan with company-matching contributions

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement benefits & Scholarship Programs

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of customer facing and/or route based experience.
• 1 to 2 years experience working in horticulture and/or landscaping.
• Ability to safely climb ladders and work on ladders.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance of exterior plants including watering, fertilizing, and pest control.
• Assist in the planning and installation of new plantings and landscaping projects.
• Communicate with clients to understand their needs and preferences.

Skills

Attention to detail

Solid communication

Critical problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pruners

Scissors

Job description

Plant Care Specialist

Ambius Canada Corporation is about improving the quality of life for people working in offices, hotels and shopping centres by enriching their environment. Our vision is to be the creator of ambience for businesses. We do this by being passionate for our colleagues and customers which are the centre of everything we do. We design, install and service interior and exterior plant displays, flowers, replica foliage, holiday decor, ambient scenting and stunning wall art for commercial businesses. We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil Terminix family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Plant Care and Maintenance:

• Perform regular maintenance of exterior plants including watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest control.
• Inspect plants for signs of disease or pests and take appropriate action.
• Ensure all plants are properly trimmed and maintained to enhance their health and aesthetic appeal.
  
  2. Installation and Landscaping:

• Assist in the planning and installation of new plantings and landscaping projects.
• Prepare soil and planting beds, including the removal of weeds and debris.
• Plant new flowers, shrubs, trees, and other greenery as required.
  
  3. Client Interaction:

• Communicate with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
• Provide clients with plant care advice and recommendations.
• Address any client concerns or issues promptly and professionally.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1 to 2 years of customer facing and/or route based experience
• 1 to 2 years expereince working in horticulture and/or landscaping
• Must pass a pre-employment background screen
• Ability to work independently throughout daily task after training
• Attention to detail
• Solid communication and critical problem solving skills.
• Able to safely climb ladders and work on ladders
• Experience using pruners, scissors, and other sharp objectsl

Even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we still welcome your application.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Salary: Hourly $20.50 to $23/hour

• Company cell phone
• Uniforms are provided
• Company paid holidays, vacation and sick time.
• Excellent Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program that offers services such as free counselling services and other benefits
• Colleague Resources Group available for various groups including (but not limited to) Women, Veterans and Young Professionals.
• Retirement Savings plan with highly-competitive company-matching contributions of 3.5%.
• Employee Discounts
• Fantastic Tuition Reimbursement benefits & Scholarship Programs

AI technology may be used in selecting candidates for interviews. Rentokil Terminix is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any accommodations at any point during the interview process, please get in touch with our HR Department.