Landscape Chemical & Plant Health Manager

Terry's Landscape•Katy, TX

About The Position

Terry’s Landscape is a rapidly growing, family-owned company located in Katy, Texas, providing commercial landscaping services across Greater Houston since 2011. Its services include construction, maintenance, enhancement, and irrigation. The company describes its mindset as “Growing People, Growing Plants” and its mission as enriching team members’ lives while providing exceptional community service and having fun. The Landscape Chemical & Plant Health Manager oversees chemical applications, turf management, ornamental plant health, and integrated pest management programs. The role ensures landscape properties receive proactive, consistent plant health care while meeting standards for quality, safety, environmental responsibility, and regulatory compliance. The manager leads and develops the chemical and plant health team, establishes application standards, monitors landscape conditions, diagnoses plant and turf issues, and implements programs to support the long-term health and appearance of managed properties.

Requirements

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License from the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA).
At least 5 years of experience in commercial landscape management, horticulture, turf management, or plant health care.
Strong knowledge of turfgrass management, ornamental horticulture, plant pathology, entomology, and soil science.
Experience with herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, fertilizers, and plant growth regulators.
Knowledge of integrated pest management (IPM) principles.
Current state pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain one within an agreed timeframe.
Experience managing labor, budgets, inventory, and departmental financial performance.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with Google Suite and landscape management software.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience.
Degree or coursework in horticulture, agronomy, plant science, agriculture, turf management, or a related field.
Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive chemical application and plant health care programs.
Manage fertilization, weed control, insect and disease management, fungicide applications, and preventative treatments.
Establish seasonal treatment schedules based on regional growing conditions, property needs, and best management practices.
Monitor turf, trees, shrubs, flowers, and ornamental plants for signs of stress, disease, insects, and nutrient deficiencies.
Diagnose plant health issues and recommend corrective actions.
Develop integrated pest management (IPM) strategies that emphasize preventative care and responsible chemical use.
Evaluate product effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve application methods and results.
Work with operations teams to develop customized plant health programs for individual properties.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local pesticide regulations.
Maintain appropriate pesticide applicator licenses and certifications.
Ensure proper chemical storage, handling, mixing, transportation, application, and disposal.
Maintain accurate application records, product inventories, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and required documentation.
Establish and enforce company safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
Conduct regular safety meetings, equipment inspections, and compliance reviews.
Ensure applications comply with product labels, environmental regulations, and applicable restrictions.
Manage labor, budgets, inventory, and departmental financial performance.