The Pruning & Plant Care Supervisor is responsible for work along with and leading and managing crews focused on ornamental pruning, plant health care, and detailed landscape maintenance. This role ensures high-quality horticultural standards, proper plant care techniques, and efficient crew performance while maintaining safety and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Crew Leadership & Operations:
Supervise and lead pruning and plant care crews on a daily basis.
Train team members on proper pruning techniques, plant identification, and care standards.
Ensure all work is completed to company and client expectations.
Pruning & Plant Care:
Perform and oversee structural and ornamental pruning of trees, shrubs, and hedges.
Monitor plant health and diagnose issues such as pests, disease, and nutrient deficiencies.
Implement plant care programs including fertilization, integrated pest management (IPM), and seasonal treatments.
Ensure proper timing and methods are used for all pruning and horticultural practices.
Quality Control:
Conduct site inspections to ensure work meets company standards.
Address and resolve any quality or performance issues promptly.
Maintain detailed notes on plant conditions and services performed.
Client Interaction:
Communicate with clients regarding plant health, recommendations, and service updates.
Provide expert guidance on improving landscape appearance and longevity.
Safety & Equipment:
Enforce company safety policies and procedures.
Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment (pruners, hedge trimmers, sprayers, etc).
Conduct daily safety checks and job site hazard assessments.
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in landscape maintenance, horticulture, or plant care.
Strong knowledge of plant identification, pruning techniques, and plant health care practices.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
Ability to diagnose plant health issues and recommend solutions.
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical labor.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certification in horticulture, arboriculture (e.g., ISA Certified Arborist), or related field.
Experience with plant health care programs and pesticide application licensing.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
Skills & Competencies:
Leadership and team management.
Attention to detail and quality workmanship.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
Time management and organizational skills.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive pay based on experience.
Work Schedule:
Full-time, typically Monday–Friday with occasional weekends during peak seasons.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Plain City, Ohio
Salary
$22–$25
Skills
Arboricultureunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Satisfactionunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Diseaseunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
English Languageunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Horticultureunmatched
ISA Standardsunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Licensingunmatched
Multilingualunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Pest Controlunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Quality Controlunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Safety Processunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Site Evaluationunmatched
Spanish Languageunmatched
Standards of Careunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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