Turf and Plant Healthcare Technician
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. Hoffman Landscapes is a local, Top 100 Landscape Company that serves residential customers located in Fairfield and Litchfield Counties in CT and Westchester County in NY. With a 30-year track record of 10% plus yearly growth, top-notch customer service and a positive working environment, we offer the excitement and opportunity that can only come from a company that is financially strong and committed to growth.
Requirements
- 1 - 5 years experience in a plant healthcare or lawn healthcare position
- Junior Operator's Pesticide License preferred, or able to obtain license within 30 days.
- Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record
- Ability to bend, stoop, squat, stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry is preferred but not required
- Valid CT DEEP Commercial Pesticide Applicators and/or Supervisory License, or the ability to obtain license within 30 days preferred
- Valid NY DEC Commercial Pesticide Applicators License, or the ability to obtain license within 60 days preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conducting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) inspections on residential properties.
- Diagnose turf and ornamental issues.
- Supervision & managing of territory.
- Understanding of species-specific insect, disease, and cultural tending practices.
- Performing manual labor in all weather conditions during the season
- Ability to operate/calibrate lawn or ornamental spray equipment.
- Knowledge of mixing pesticides
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- FSA/HSA
- PerkSpot
- Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
- Pay Transparency
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
