Plants and Lawn Health Care Specialist

Mariani Landscape

31d•$25 - $35

About The Position

We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless. Job Overview The Field Technician will be responsible for improving or maintaining the aesthetics of each client’s property.

Requirements

Must possess valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
Must possess current MA Pesticide Licenses or ability to obtain them prior to employment
Willingness to work in all types of weather (heat, rain, cold)
Willingness to work some Saturdays as workload and weather during busiest times of year may dictate
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to stay motivated and work efficiently, often as a one-person crew
A strong passion for and dedication to enhancing the quality of the plant material on the properties we maintain

Nice To Haves

Field experience with comparable position is much preferred
Degree relevant to the field (plant pathology, arboriculture, etc.) is preferred

Responsibilities

Diagnose insect, disease, and fertility issues on a wide variety of trees and shrubs
Perform applications to improve and maintain the health of plant material using both pesticides and organic materials
Adhere to best Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices
Communicate needs of trees and shrubs on specific properties to Division Manager and/or Account Managers
Routine care and regular calibration of spray truck equipment to ensure accurate applications
Be adept at following EPA labels and correctly mixing spray tanks for necessary applications each day
Enter in detailed notes regarding each application including record of material usage into handheld device
Assist with ornamental tree pruning when needed
Follow a route to efficiently visit multiple properties each day and effectively complete tasks at each property