Plant Health Care Specialist

SavATree•Mequon, WI

About The Position

The Plant Health Care Specialist works outdoors in a defined territory to help maintain the health and well-being of trees and shrubs on clients’ properties. The role involves inspecting plant material, monitoring and diagnosing pest or disease problems, and selecting appropriate products or treatments to prevent or address them. Specialists also communicate with clients, provide written diagnostic reports about landscape conditions, and work to ensure customer satisfaction. The position offers opportunities to develop expertise through training and continuing education while collaborating with experienced colleagues.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license to operate service-line vehicles.
Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States.
Willingness to complete required training to obtain necessary certifications and licenses.
Desire to work outdoors.
Ability to work autonomously and responsibly.
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Willingness to learn tree and plant identification and the safe, proper use of spray and application equipment.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turf-grass, or a related field, or similar experience.
A desire to grow, seek opportunities, solve problems, and improve processes.

Responsibilities

Inspect plant material and monitor trees and shrubs for health issues.
Identify and diagnose plant diseases, pest infestations, and other problems.
Select and apply appropriate products or treatments to prevent or address plant health problems.
Interact with clients and educate them about conditions affecting their landscapes.
Prepare written diagnostic reports detailing landscape conditions.
Work to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
Complete required training to obtain necessary certifications and licenses.
Safely and properly use spray and application equipment.