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kinetik

Plant Operator

Artesia, NM

The Plant Operator works a rotating shift to operate and maintain the safe and compliant operations ... Will be working in close quarters while kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down while ...

Kinetik

Plant Operator

Pecos, TX · On-site

The Plant Operator works a rotating shift to operate and maintain the safe and compliant operations ... Will be working in close quarters while kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down while ...

kinetik

Plant Operator

Pecos, TX

The Plant Operator works a rotating shift to operate and maintain the safe and compliant operations ... Will be working in close quarters while kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down while ...

Kinetik

Plant Operator

Artesia, NM · On-site

The Plant Operator works a rotating shift to operate and maintain the safe and compliant operations ... Will be working in close quarters while kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down while ...

Imh

Plant Operator

Salt Lake City, UT

$34.88 - $53.07/hr

The Plant Operator is a position in the Facilities Management department that requires demonstrated ... Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and ...

Imh

Plant Operator

Central, LA · On-site

$31.70 - $48.24/hr

Regardless of specialty, a Plant Operator I may be required to perform other maintenance tasks as ... Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and ...

Imh

Central Plant Operator

Almont, MI · On-site

$34.88 - $53.07/hr

The Steam and Plant Systems Specialist is a position in the Facilities Management department that ... Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and ...

Red Gold

Plant Controller

Orestes, IN · On-site

$96K - $119K/yr

The Plant Controller will provide financial analysis for decision making and will educate the ... Sitting- to complete a task at lower levels * Standing- to complete most all tasks * Walking

Titan America

Plant Operator

Daytona Beach, FL

The Plant Operator reports directly to the Plant Supervisor and operates a stationary or portable ... sitting, reaching, and working at heights of 50-80 feet. * Requires occasional lifting of up to 50 ...

CARBO

Plant Engineer

Eufaula, AL

Primary Plant Location: 36 Arch Dr. Eufaula, AL 36027 We do not offer VISA sponsorship. Position ... Prolonged periods of sitting on a forklift or other warehouse equipment. * Exposure to moderate ...

Titan America

Plant Operator

Daytona Beach, FL · On-site

The Plant Operator reports directly to the Plant Supervisor and operates a stationary or portable ... sitting, reaching, and working at heights of 50-80 feet. * Requires occasional lifting of up to 50 ...

Wilks

Plant Engineer

Eufaula, AL · On-site

Primary Plant Location: 36 Arch Dr. Eufaula, AL 36027 We do not offer VISA sponsorship. Position ... Prolonged periods of sitting on a forklift or other warehouse equipment. * Exposure to moderate ...

Ormat

Plant Operator

Fallon, NV · On-site

Plant Operator Company Description Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Ormat is a leading geothermal ... This job requires sitting 30% of the time and standing 70%. Additional information All your ...

Wilks Brothers

Plant Engineer

Eufaula, AL · On-site

Primary Plant Location: 36 Arch Dr. Eufaula, AL 36027 We do not offer VISA sponsorship. Position ... Prolonged periods of sitting on a forklift or other warehouse equipment. * Exposure to moderate ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for plant sitter in the United States is $16.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a plant sitter?

A Plant Sitter is responsible for caring for plants while their owners are away. Duties typically include watering, fertilizing, checking for pests, adjusting light conditions, and ensuring the overall health of the plants. Some Plant Sitters also offer additional services like misting, pruning, and rotating plants for optimal growth. This job is ideal for plant enthusiasts who understand different plant care needs and can follow specific instructions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a plant sitter?

To thrive as a Plant Sitter, you need practical knowledge of plant care, including watering schedules, light requirements, and pest management, often supplemented by prior experience or horticulture courses. Familiarity with basic gardening tools, moisture meters, and plant care apps is beneficial for efficiently monitoring and maintaining healthy plants. Reliability, attention to detail, and clear communication with plant owners are standout soft skills in this role. These qualities are essential to ensure client satisfaction, maintain plant health, and address any issues that arise during an owner's absence.

What are some common challenges plant sitters face while caring for clients' plants, and how can they be managed?

Plant Sitters may encounter challenges such as adjusting care routines for different species, managing unexpected plant health issues, or communicating effectively with clients who have specific instructions. It’s important to stay organized, take detailed notes about each plant’s needs, and promptly address signs of pests or disease. Being proactive and asking clarifying questions before the assignment can help prevent misunderstandings. Many successful Plant Sitters also maintain a checklist and use reminder tools to keep track of their duties, ensuring nothing is overlooked during each visit.

How to be a plant sitter?

A plant sitter is responsible for caring for plants while the owner is away, which includes watering, providing adequate light, and monitoring for pests or diseases. Good observation skills, basic plant knowledge, and reliability are important, and some plant sitters may use tools like watering cans or moisture meters. Clear communication with the plant owner ensures proper care instructions are followed.
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Infographic showing various Plant Sitter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,733 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Overnight Pet-Sitter/House-Sitter

Heaven Sent Pet Care

Wilmette, IL • On-site

Contractor

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Company Description
Heaven Sent Pet Care is a professional pet care company that has been serving the Evanston, Wilmette, and Kenilworth areas since 1999. We are committed to offering professional and personalized pet care services to our clients in their homes.
We are looking for dynamic, caring, and trustworthy pet lovers to join our expanding team. If you are a self-starter, able to work independently, and can manage a changing schedule, this may be the job for you! We offer flexible ongoing part-time positions that work well as supplemental income.
Job Description
Company Description
Heaven Sent Pet Care is looking for dynamic, caring, and trustworthy pet lovers to join our expanding team. We are a professional pet care company that has been serving the Evanston, Wilmette, and Kenilworth areas since 1999. We are committed to offering professional and personalized pet care services to our clients in their homes. We offer flexible ongoing positions that work well as supplemental income.
If you are a self-starter, able to work independently, and can manage a changing schedule, this may be the job for you!
Job Description
We are currently hiring for Overnight House-Sitter/Pet-Sitters. **We are especially interested in House-sitters available during our busiest time of year -- winter holiday break -- sometime between 12/23-1/2.
This position requires OVERNIGHT STAYS (sleeping over in a client's home) with the client's animals. Each overnight stay begins from the dinner period (arrival between 5-7pm) and continues until the morning period (departure between 7-9am). Please note: House-sitters are NOT able to bring guests with them into the client's home during their stay.
House-sitting includes:
  • walking the dog(s)
  • feedings
  • medications if necessary
  • maintaining each animal's routine.
  • House-sitting may also include other pet-sitting or vacation care tasks such as bringing in the mail/newspaper, plant care, cleaning up messes (ie: hairballs, accidents), and keeping the home in order while the clients are away.

Fees
The base rate paid to a house-sitter for each night of house-sitting is $32.50 for one dog and goes up from there depending on client surcharges. There are extra fees given to the house-sitter for additional animals in the home, extra visits scheduled during the daytime, and for holidays. (Potential gratuity from clients is not reflected in this rate.)
Scheduling
House-sitting jobs last anywhere from 1 night to 2 weeks. House-sitters typically will take one booking per month. They may take on more bookings depending on their availability and client requests.
House-sitters are independent contractors with Heaven Sent and are offered client "bookings" as clients schedule vacation care with us. House-sitters work on an "as-needed" basis and accept or reject each booking on an individual basis.
HolidaysOur preference is that house-sitters are available for at least 2 out of 3 of our busiest holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Years, Spring Break). There is an extra surcharge paid to sitters for holiday work.
Qualifications
Qualifications
  • Background & References: You need to be at least 21 years old, able to pass a background/criminal check, and have at least 3 references.
  • Supplies & Equipment: You need to have: (1) a reliable car, (2) a computer/laptop/tablet with access to the internet, (3) a printer or access to one (4) a smartphone
  • Location: We are most interested in candidates who live in or around our service areas in Evanston, Wilmette, or Kenilworth.
  • And of course, we expect that you love animals! Working with animals can be an extremely rewarding and fun job and we are looking for candidates whose priority is providing quality care to our furry clients and their owners. You don't have to have any professional animal work experience, but we find it helpful if you've had pets of your own before.

Is this a good fit for you? We are looking for candidates who:
  • Are organized and detail-oriented.
  • Are dependable, trustworthy, timely, and professional.
  • Have great customer service and communication skills.
  • Are team players who can handle last-minute changes and requests from clients.
  • Are self-starters able to work independently and responsibly.
  • Enjoy dog-walking outside in all four seasons and the weather that comes with them! (Rain, snow, heat, cold, wind...)
  • Can make at least a 6-month commitment to working with us. We view this position as long-term supplemental income, not temporary or seasonal.

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