at Rentokil North American Pest Control in Des Plaines, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!
For more information about our benefits, see below!
We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."
What do our Plant Care Specialists do?
Our Plant Care Specialists visit various customer sites each day and provide care for the plants by performing trained tasks such as grooming, rotating and watering. They also:
Service all required plants on the specified day - Water, prune, and fertilize plants as needed; Trim, and removing debris from planters; Gauge soil moisture accurately with a soil probe
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
Perform occasional work from ladders up to 6 ft to reach and service tall plants and living wall systems
Prevent damage to surrounding floors, walls, carpet, furniture, etc. from water and/or moisture
Regularly drive a service type van/truck in urban and rural settings
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
What do you need?
Solid communication and critical problem solving skills
Experience caring for plants is preferred
Experience interacting with clients
Have a good driving record and ability to drive a van / truck
Able to safely climb ladders and work on ladders
Experience using pruners, scissors, and other sharp objects
Must pass pre-employment background screen
Must possess a valid driver's license and pass motor vehicle record search
Why Choose Us?
A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.
Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.
Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes:
Professional and Personal Growth
Multiple avenues to grow your career
Training and development programs available
Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
Health and Wellness
Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
Savings and Retirement
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Work-Life Balance
Vacation days & sick days
Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility
We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you?
This company is a Drug Free workplace.
Our companies are proud to be Affirmative Action (AA) and Equal Opportunity Employers (EOE) inclusive of veterans and those with disabilities.
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