Plant Healthcare Technician
About The Position
Founded in 2011, DCPS is a commercial property services contractor providing services to over 1,100 clients. DCPS leverages unparalleled customer service to be the leading, one-stop provider of commercial property services in Colorado. With multiple offices, more than 300 employees, and 7 divisions Asphalt and Concrete, Waterproofing and Specialty Coatings, Roofing, Snow Removal and Parking Lot Sweeping, Landscaping, and Construction, DCPS provides specialized, integrated service-solutions to commercial property owners and managers. Our Landscaping division is a cross-functional team of certified horticulturists, arborists, plant health and irrigation specialists working to ensure high-quality services to our clients. Were growing rapidly and looking for long-term landscape professionals across all these specialties. If youre looking for a career in landscaping, wed love to speak with you! We are looking for top talent! As a Plant Health Care Specialist, you will play an important role in: Learning to perform all functions of integrated pest management programs, including: Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative Communicating with clients regarding work performed during site visits Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws Properly maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery) Completing accurate record-keeping and reporting daily Safely driving a company vehicle to multiple properties throughout the day Working as a member of a tree care crew, under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision during the off-season
Requirements
- A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
- Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
- Ability to obtain a Qualified Operator or Qualified Supervisor License
- Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
- Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region
- Degree or Certificate in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field OR prior experience working in landscaping or horticulture is preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative
- Communicating with clients regarding work performed during site visits
- Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws
- Properly maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery)
- Completing accurate record-keeping and reporting daily
- Safely driving a company vehicle to multiple properties throughout the day
- Working as a member of a tree care crew, under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision during the off-season
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Short Term Disability
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
