Plant Healthcare Technician
The Davey Tree Expert Company•Morrisville, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools. This role involves diagnosing and treating various plant health issues, communicating with clients, and operating specialized equipment. The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting. They offer the stability of a large company with an entrepreneurial spirit and invest in employee training and benefits.
Requirements
- Love of the outdoors
- Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books upon hire
- Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
- Valid driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Background in Horticulture or Landscaping
- Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID knowledge
- Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
Responsibilities
- Properly identify and diagnose insects, weeds, fungus conditions, and pest prone areas.
- Communicate with and educate the client regarding the diagnosis and the prescribed pest control, and fertilization service with customers.
- Perform the prescribed fertilization and integrated pest management on tree and shrubs using spray and injection tools.
- Continuously monitor the pest control and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors.
- Drive, use, maintain and properly operate truck and sprayer equipment.
Benefits
- Paid Time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
- Charitable matching gift program
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
Upload and Match Resume
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
