Plant Inspector jobs in Mobile, AL

Heroman Services Plant Company is looking to add a knowledgeable plant enthusiast to our Exterior Gardening Team.

Key responsibilities will include foliage and ornamental planting, weeding, pruning, watering, pest and disease prevention and control and overall general maintenance. We are specialized Urban Gardeners and do not do grass mowing, etc.

You need to have previous experience in working with blooming plants, container gardening, greenhouse, plant nursery and/or have several years of firsthand personal gardening experience. An understanding of the maintenance and presentation of a variety of annual, perennial, evergreen, and other landscape materials together with an excellent general knowledge of plants is essential.

You must be well organized with a keen eye for detail and be able to demonstrate effective communication and team working skills.

For the right person we offer an excellent package including:

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Personal time
• United Healthcare Medical Insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules. We also offer full time four-day work weeks, if desired.

The job holder will be part of a team who will maintain and develop our rooftop gardens, greenroofs, container gardens, and associated areas to the highest horticultural standards.

Skills required:

• A minimum of 3 years professional horticulture experience with a garden center, plant nursery, greenhouse, or related industries.
• A knowledge of plantcare techniques
• Proven practical experience in horticulture
• Excellent attention to detail
• Hold a valid driving license and clean driving record
• This is a physically demanding position where you will be walking, bending, stooping, reaching, using hand tools, and getting dirty, etc. on a daily basis
• Physically fit and able to lift and comfortably carry up to 40lbs at given times.

Heroman Services Plant Company is an award-winning interior and exterior design, installation and maintenance firm that provides professional service and expert maintenance for commercial and residential spaces. We have served our clients since 1987 and are part of horticultural family founded in 1838.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Please describe any Horticulture, Landscaping or Gardening Experience you would like us to know about in detail or that is not covered in your resume.

Experience:

• Professional Horticulture: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mobile, AL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person