Turf Care Technician | Chippers, Inc.
About The Position
Performs fertilization and pest management on shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools. The role involves cultivating careers and fertilizing futures by properly identifying and diagnosing insects, weeds, fungus conditions, and pest-prone areas. The technician will communicate with and educate clients regarding diagnoses and prescribed pest control and fertilization services. Continuous monitoring of plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application, along with communication of progress to customers and supervisors, is also a key part of the role. The position requires driving, using, maintaining, and properly operating equipment, including a truck and sprayer. The office is outdoors, offering a new view every day.
Requirements
- Love of the outdoors
- Valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscape
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Tech training program upon hire
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
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.
- Continuously monitor plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors.
- Drive, use, maintain and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer).
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
