Plant Health Care Technician

Mariani Landscape•Clackamas, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Landscape East & West is seeking a Plant Health Care (PHC) Technician for our maintenance team based out of our Clackamas location. The Plant Health Care Technician performs all functions of the integrated pest management and herbicide programs, including applications, inspections, sampling, inventories, equipment maintenance, record keeping, and customer relations.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years' experience working in the plant health care field.
Valid or ability to obtain an Oregon Commercial Pesticide Applicator license within first 30 days of employment.
Understands and demonstrates proficiency with products and techniques used to maintain and diagnose plant health
Experience operating mechanized truck mount spray apparatus
Understands and adheres to label directives on each product used, mixing & transportation procedures, drift control procedures, disposal techniques, and company policies regarding PPE and the storage and handling of pesticide products.
Ability to manage daily and weekly schedule and adjust for weather conditions
Tech Savvy and willing to learn new systems when needed
Possess a valid and insurable driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience with irrigation systems preferred

Responsibilities

Safely & accurately mix, apply, and store fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals for commercial and residential sites.
Diagnose turf and ornamental issues.
Collaborate with client representatives and on-site contacts.
Operate and calibrate spray equipment.
Assist with landscape maintenance as needed.