Lawncare Spray Technician | Lawrence, PA

Davey Tree • Lawrence, PA

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About The Position

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Plant Healthcare Technician to perform fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs, and lawns using spray and injection tools. This role involves identifying and diagnosing pest issues, communicating with clients about pest control and fertilization services, and monitoring the effectiveness of these applications. The position requires the use and maintenance of truck and sprayer equipment, and a Pesticide Applicator's License is preferred.

Requirements

• Love of the outdoors.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books upon hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Background in Horticulture or Landscaping.
• Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID knowledge.
• Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform the prescribed fertilization and integrated pest management on trees and shrubs using spray and injection tools.
• Continuously monitor the pest control and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors.
• Drive, use, maintain and properly operate truck and sprayer equipment.

Benefits

• Paid Time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers.
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees