CLS Plant Health Care Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

401k match

Stock purchase plan

Holidays & PTO

Payroll savings

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Seasonal Commercial Lawn Care Spray Technician in Columbus, OH. You will fertilize, apply pesticides, and manage weed and fungi controls for trees, shrubs, and lawns using spray and injection tools, while delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include preparing chemical solutions, documenting SDS and labels, inspecting sites for utilities, and ensuring safety and record-keeping. DOT driver eligibility and state licensing may apply.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old to work in the field.
• Must be at least 21 years old to operate specific vehicles per DOT rules.
• Valid driver's license; Class B CDL valuable but not required.
• Complete Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Technician training or obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to client properties using various equipment.
• Mix and prepare chemical solutions for trees, shrubs, and lawns.
• Follow work orders and maintain pesticide labels and SDS documentation.
• Inspect worksites for utilities and set up traffic control and safety measures.
• Diagnose plant diseases and select appropriate treatments.
• Operate and maintain sprayer equipment and loading of materials.
• Adhere to safety regulations and handle materials safely.
• Perform site cleanup and routine maintenance.
• Communicate diagnoses and treatments to clients.
• Keep daily records and time reports.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

DOT driver eligibility

Safety compliance

Customer service

Education

Plant Health Care Technician training program

State applicator licenses (where required)

Tools

Spray equipment operation

Injection tools

Job description

Position Overview

The Commercial Lawn Care Spray Technician is responsible for fertilization, integrated pest management, and weed and fungi controls for trees, shrubs, and lawns on client properties using various equipment including spray and injection tools, while providing excellent customer service; and safely operating vehicles and equipment. This is a seasonal position, depending on the regional location.

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Columbus, OH

Additional Locations: n/a

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 227353

Job Duties

• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to client properties using various equipment.
• Measure, mix, and prepare chemical solutions for trees, shrubs, and lawns.
• Follow work order specifications and maintain proper documentation, including pesticide labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Inspect worksites for underground utilities and installations, and set up traffic control and vehicle safety measures.
• Diagnose plant diseases and determine appropriate treatments.
• Operate and maintain sprayer equipment, including loading materials, filling tanks, and ensuring machinery efficiency.
• Adhere to safety regulations, use safety equipment, and safely handle materials.
• Perform site clean-up and maintenance tasks.
• Communicate with clients about diagnoses and treatments.
• Keep daily application records and time reports.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age to work in the field.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to operate equipment as a Department of Transportation (DOT) certified driver for specific vehicles or equipment.
• Valid Driver’s License. Class B CDL valuable, but not required.
• Successful completion in the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Technician training program as a plant heath care technician or the ability to obtain qualification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to complete required safety courses.
• Applicator licenses acquired as necessary per state requirements.
• Ability to operate mobile power equipment.

Additional Information

What We Offer [Benefits]:

• Group health plans*
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off*
• Payroll savings plan*
• Charitable matching gift program*
• Employee referral bonus program*
• Employee Educational Scholarship*
• Davey Family Scholarship*
• 20% discount on all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
• Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

Company 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 as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Divisional Overview

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. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations

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.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type:

Permanent

Job Type:

Full Time

Travel Expectations:

Up to 25%