Plant Health Care Specialist

SavATree•Bozeman, MT

About The Position

The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, diagnoses, and treats tree and shrub health issues within a specific territory. The work includes inspecting plants for pests, diseases, and other concerns; selecting and applying suitable treatments; preparing written diagnostic reports; and educating clients about their landscapes. The specialist safely operates spray and application equipment and works independently to provide a high level of customer satisfaction. The role is suited to someone who enjoys problem-solving and outdoor work and wants to protect and enhance the natural environment.

Requirements

Be able to work independently with responsibility and care.
Have excellent written, verbal, and listening skills to engage effectively with clients.
Be willing to learn plant and tree identification and safe equipment use.
Commit to completing required training and obtaining necessary certifications and licenses.
Be authorized to lawfully work in the United States.
Have a valid driver's license and the ability to operate service-line vehicles.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turfgrass, or a related field, or related experience.

Responsibilities

Monitor, diagnose, and treat tree and shrub health issues within a specific territory.
Inspect plant material and identify pests, diseases, or other concerns.
Select and apply appropriate treatments to promote plant health.
Prepare written diagnostic reports and educate clients about their landscapes.
Operate spray and application equipment safely and effectively.
Work independently to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.