Warehouse & Interior Maintenance Horticulture Technician

Job Details

Job Location: St Paul Branch - Saint Paul, MN 55114Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $23.00 HourlyJob Category: Other

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Company Overview  

Botanical Designs and its affiliates, Foliage Design Systems, McCaren Designs and Good Earth are a creative and dynamic company specializing in interior and exterior landscaping, as well as seasonal holiday décor installations. Our mission is to transform commercial spaces into visually stunning environments that reflect beauty, festivity, and functionality. We are passionate about our work and committed to delivering high-quality design and installation services to our clients. 

Position Summary
The Warehouse & Horticulture Support Technician is responsible for the daily care, preparation, organization, and maintenance of interior plants and related materials within the warehouse and atrium. This role supports installation and service teams by ensuring plants and materials are healthy, properly maintained, accurately inventoried, and installation-ready. The position works closely with the Operations Coordinator to communicate plant status, inventory needs, material readiness, and operational issues.

Key Responsibilities
Plant Inventory & Care
Water all inventory plants according to established schedules and individual plant needs
Monitor plant health and perform routine pruning, grooming, and pest management
Apply preventative and corrective treatments as directed, including nematode applications
Up-pot plants as needed to maintain plant health and growth
Conduct regular inspections and proactively flag declining or problematic plant material to the Operations Coordinator

Plant Preparation, Staging & Installation Support
Pull, label, clean, and stage plants for replacement and installation based on lists provided by the Operations Coordinator
Ensure all plants meet installation-ready standards for quality, cleanliness, and appearance
Clearly label and organize staged plants for technician pickup and route efficiency
Report back to the Operations Coordinator on:
Plants pulled and staged
Plants ready for installation
Shortages, substitutions, or quality concerns
Support horticulture technicians with plant prep, staging, and material organization as needed

Receiving, Shipping & Inventory Management
Receive, unbox, inspect, and process incoming green goods shipments
Perform initial plant treatments and inspections upon arrival
Prepare, pack, and stage outbound plants and non-plant materials (containers, décor, soil, moss, rock, tools)
Verify outbound materials align with work orders, installation lists, or service tickets
Assist with periodic inventory counts, spot checks, and discrepancy reporting
Track plant movement and inventory status accurately
Inspect containers and materials for damage and remove defective items from active inventory

Atrium Care
Maintain atrium plants according to established care standards
Provide basic fish or pond support as applicable, including feeding, monitoring, and reporting issues
Report atrium plant health or facility concerns promptly

Warehouse Operations, Equipment & Facility Maintenance
Perform routine water machine maintenance and report malfunctions or service needs
Safely operate warehouse equipment including hand trucks, carts, pallet jacks, and ladders
Assist with loading and unloading delivery vehicles as needed
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment, including:
Sweeping and floor care
Trash and recycling removal
Organized storage of plants, containers, and materials
Maintain labeled shelves, racks, and storage areas for efficient retrieval
Keep aisles, exits, and work areas clear and hazard-free

Safety, Documentation & Communication
Follow all warehouse and safety procedures, including PPE requirements
Report unsafe conditions, spills, or damaged equipment immediately
Complete required documentation such as receiving logs, pull lists, and checklists
Work closely with the Operations Coordinator and operations team daily
Communicate clearly and proactively regarding plant issues, inventory shortages, equipment concerns, or scheduling conflicts

Expectations for Success