Plant Health Care Technician (Certified Applicator License Required) | Tacoma, WA

The Davey Tree Expert Company; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Plant Healthcare Technician to perform fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs, and lawns. The ideal candidate enjoys outdoor work, has a background in horticulture, and is willing to complete necessary certifications. This full-time role offers benefits including paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

Employee referral bonus program

Qualifications

• 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.
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Perform fertilization and integrated pest management on trees and shrubs using spray and injection tools.
• Identify and diagnose insects, weeds, and pest-prone areas.
• Communicate with clients regarding diagnoses and services.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Background in Horticulture or Landscaping

Turf, weed, tree and shrub ID knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Company

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Location

Kent WA

Work Site

On Site

Req ID

215590

Compensation

$24-$30 per hour

Position Overview

Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs, and lawns using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties.

Job Duties

• Cultivate your career and fertilize your future!
• 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 trees 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.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Preferred: Background in Horticulture or Landscaping.
• Preferred: Turf, weed, tree and shrub ID knowledge.
• 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.
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates if required by state law.

Additional Information

• 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.
• Locations throughout the U.S. in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers.
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee‑owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Plant Healthcare Technician to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors and you get a new view every day!

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability status, veteran status, Aboriginal or Indigenous person or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research‑driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry‑leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career there’s a place for you at Davey.

Accommodations

If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type

Permanent

Job Type

Full Time

Travel Expectations

Up to 25%

Vacancy

1