Plant & Tree Care Technician
Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties.
$28.00 - $32.00 hourly (Based on experience)
Job Duties
What You'll Do :
- Cultivate your career and fertilize your future!
- Properly identify and diagnose insects, weeds, fungus conditions and pest prone areas.
- Communicate with and educate the client regarding the diagnosis and the prescribed pest control and fertilization service with customers.
- Continuously monitor plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors.
- Drive, use, maintain and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer).
Qualifications
What We're Looking For :
Love of the outdoorsPreferred : Background in Forestry, Horticulture or LandscapingPreferred : Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state lawPreferred : Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and knowledge of turf or tree physiologyAbility to complete the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Tech training program upon hireAbility to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hireValid driver's licenseAdditional Information
What We Offer :
Paid time off and paid holidaysOpportunities for advancementAll job specific equipment and safety gear provided401(k) retirement savings plan with a company matchEmployee-owned company & discounted stock purchase optionsGroup Health PlanEmployee referral bonus programLocations throughout US in major cities and desirable areasCareer Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills TrainersScholarship Program for Children of EmployeesCharitable matching gift programall listed benefits available to eligible employees