Plant Health Care Specialist

SavATree • Carbondale, CO

195d • $20 - $25

About The Position

The Plant Health Care Team are specialists dedicated to inspecting plant material, identifying problems, and ethically treating or preventing the many problems that trees and shrubs may face. They are our team of 'detectives'; looking at each plant disease/infestation as a puzzle they can't wait to solve. This role provides the opportunity to work outside and visit beautiful properties in your community. The Plant Health Care focus is on ensuring the health and well being of trees and shrubs on a clients' landscape in a specific territory. This involves monitoring, diagnosing, and treating any pest and/or disease infestations occurring on the property. Plant Health Care is responsible for selecting the most appropriate product or treatment for each problem. Additional activities include interacting with our clients, educating them with written diagnostic reports detailing the conditions on their landscape, as well as ensuring complete customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• A Degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turf-grass, or similar experience preferred.
• Willingness to complete required trainings to obtain needed certifications & licenses.
• Desire to work outdoors.
• Valid Driver's license to operate service-line vehicles.
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• A desire to grow, craves opportunity, loves problem solving and process improvement.
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, diagnose, and treat pest and disease infestations on client properties.
• Select appropriate products or treatments for plant health issues.
• Interact with clients and provide written diagnostic reports.
• Ensure complete customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Matched 401(K).
• Training and development opportunities.
• Support for continuing education in the industry.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees