Delivery van driver and plant technician

DOUGLAS KOCH DESIGNS LTD; Town of Athens (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Competitive Pay

Career Advancement

Job summary

DOUGLAS KOCH DESIGNS LTD in Athens, NY, is seeking an experienced Driver/Warehouse Assistant with horticultural knowledge to join our floral team. You will transport weekly floral arrangements from our Athens warehouse to NYC and assist with event setup and plant care.

Ideal candidates have a valid driver's license, a high school diploma, and a genuine interest in plants. Training will be provided to prepare flowers and to support design projects for upscale weddings and corporate events.

Qualifications

• Experience in floral or horticultural settings is preferred.
• Must have a valid/clean driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Willingness to learn flower preparation for design work.
• Strong reliability and punctuality are essential for weekly NYC deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Deliver florals to NYC on a weekly basis.
• Prepare fresh flowers as they are received (training provided).
• Load and deliver materials for weddings and events.
• Learn to care for plants in client facilities (training provided).
• Comply with all company policies and driving laws.
• Routine clean-up and maintenance in the warehouse.

Skills

Plant knowledge

Flower handling

Reliable

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Meals provided
• Competitive Pay
• Career Advancement

Job Summary

We are a small floral design company providing flowers and plants to hotels and buildings in NYC, plus the Albany area. We are seeking an experienced and professional Driver/warehouse assistant with horticultural expertise to join our team. In this role, you will transport weekly floral arrangements from our warehouse in Athens to NYC. In addition, we produce upscale weddings and events in upstate NY. The perfect candidate must be interested in plants and flowers and learn what it takes to care for horticulture inside a building.

Responsibilities

• Deliver florals to NYC on a weekly basis
• Prepare fresh flowers as they are received (we will train)
• Loading and delivery of materials needed to produce weddings and events
• Learn to care for plants in client facilities (we will train)
• Comply with all company policies and driving laws
• Routine clean u work and maintenance in our warehouse

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Driver is required
• Valid/clean driver’s license
• Graduation certificate from high school
• Familiarity with plants and flowers & willing to learn
• Understanding of all relevant driving laws and regulations
• Clean driving record
• Willingness to learn what is necessary to prepare flowers for design work

Flexible work from home options available.