Horticultural Technician
Company: U.S. Plants Inc.
Startdate: ASAP
Location: based in Washington DC
About the Role
U.S. Plants is seeking a Horticultural Technician who is passionate about plant health and biophilic design. You will manage a professional route, serving as the primary expert for our clients to ensure their living environments remain flawless.
As a Horticultural Technician at U.S. Plants, you are the face of our company. Your main goal is to ensure that our clients’ landscapes remain vibrant, healthy, and aesthetically perfect, providing the biophilic benefits of productivity and well-being to their environments. Whether you are a seasoned pro looking to build a new division or a detail-oriented specialist seeking a flexible, high-impact role, we have a place for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Horticultural Care & Maintenance: Perform expert maintenance on various plant species, including precise watering, pruning, cleaning (dusting), and fertilizing -during 2-3 dedicated service days per week to ensure peak plant health and aesthetic.
- Health Diagnostics: Proactively identify and treat plant pests or diseases to ensure the longevity of the installation.
- Aesthetic Curation: Maintain the "U.S. Plants Standard" by ensuring all displays are clean, symmetrical, and visually "enriched."
- Business Development & Strategy: Drive regional growth by identifying new construction and office opportunities, managing upsells to existing accounts, and acting as the primary brand ambassador to scale the division. Help grow our presence in the DC and Baltimore markets.
- Client Engagement & Quality Control: Conduct 1–2 days of site inspections and client check-ins to ensure total customer satisfaction, identify upsell opportunities, and scout new office or construction leads.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: 2 + years in horticulture, interiorscaping, or greenhouse operations preferred.
- Reliability: High level of punctuality and self-discipline to manage an independent route
- Physical Ability: Must be comfortable working on your feet, lifting up to 40 lbs, and safely using ladders for high-reach installations.
- Professional Requirements: All applicants must have a clean driving record and be willing to undergo a background screening as part of the onboarding process.
- This role can also be considered part time depending on your previous experiences.
Compensation
Starting Rate: $18 - $20/hr depending on experience.
The Extras: Paid travel mileage, flexible scheduling, and clear pathways for pay increases as you complete our specialized training modules, health insurance
Why Join U.S.Plants?
A Proven Legacy: Join a premier industry leader with deep roots. We've been leading the horticultural field since 1987.
Career Growth and Continuous Learning : We invest in your expertise through specialized training modules and professional development. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, we provide the tools you need to master the art and science of plant care and succeed from day one.
Inspiring Environments: You will spend your workday in stunning, biophilic spaces that are designed to inspire and restore.
Work-Life Harmony: We value your time and autonomy. We offer flexible work hours that allow you to manage your schedule effectively while meeting our clients' needs.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
