Plant Health Care Technician

Davey Tree Expert•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The CLS Plant Health Care Technician performs fertilization, integrated pest management, and weed and fungi control for trees, shrubs, and lawns on client properties. The role uses spray, injection, and other equipment, provides customer service, and requires safe operation of vehicles and equipment. The position is permanent and full-time, on site in Tampa, Florida, with travel expectations of up to 25%. Hourly compensation is $27.00–$32.00, based on experience and licenses.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age to operate equipment as a Department of Transportation (DOT) certified driver for specific vehicles or equipment.
Valid Driver’s License.
Active CPCO (Certified Pest Control License) with Lawn and Ornamental.
Successful completion of the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Technician training program as a plant health care technician, or ability to obtain qualification within 90 days of hire.
Ability to complete required safety courses.
Ability to operate mobile power equipment.

Nice To Haves

Class B CDL is valuable, but not required.

Responsibilities

Apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to client properties using various equipment.
Measure, mix, and prepare chemical solutions for trees, shrubs, and lawns.
Follow work order specifications and maintain documentation, including pesticide labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Inspect worksites for underground utilities and installations, and set up traffic control and vehicle safety measures.
Diagnose plant diseases and determine appropriate treatments.
Operate and maintain sprayer equipment, including loading materials, filling tanks, and ensuring machinery efficiency.
Follow safety regulations, use safety equipment, and safely handle materials.
Perform site clean-up and maintenance tasks.
Communicate with clients about diagnoses and treatments.
Keep daily application records and time reports.
Safely operate vehicles and equipment.

Benefits

Group health plans
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
401(k) with up to a 4% company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with an opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
Holidays and paid time off
Payroll savings plan
Charitable matching gift program
Employee referral bonus program
Employee Educational Scholarship
Davey Family Scholarship
20% discount on Davey services
Cell phone discounts
Vehicle purchase discount program
Industry-leading training and technology
All listed benefits are available to eligible employees on Day 1.