Groundsman & Plant Health Care Technician

Joshua Tree Experts; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Education to obtain Industry certs/lic

Uniform Servicing

Year-round employment

Career advancement opportunities

Great work-life balance

Job summary

Joshua Tree Experts in Addison, Texas seeks a Groundsman & PHC Tech to join our tree care team. You will support a 2–4 person crew with tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and PHC services, gaining hands-on experience across our growing outdoor services.

This role emphasizes safety, reliable work ethic, and customer service as you help ensure safe drop zones, operate equipment, and learn industry certifications through paid training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and work in adverse weather.
• Strong communication skills and reliability for daily duties.
• Plant Health Care experience is a plus and CPR/First Aid is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist tree crew with equipment and vehicle prep daily.
• Maintain safe drop zones for coworkers and the public.
• Prune and reduce trees as directed.
• Safely operate tree care gear including gas saws, pole saws and chippers.
• Load/unload logs, brush, and debris from trucks and chippers.
• Support PHC services such as soil injections and applications.
• Provide friendly customer service and uphold safety procedures.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Age 21+

Physical fitness

Effective communication

PHC experience

First Aid and CPR preferred

Tools

Gas-powered saws

Pole saws

Chippers

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Are you currently working in the tree care industry and looking to make a change?

Would you enjoy working for a growing company?

Ready to be more than just a person on the ground?

Joshua Tree Experts, the premier outdoor home service company, is searching for an experienced Groundsman & Plant Health Care Technician!

This role is a dynamic opportunity to work alongside a 2 to 4-person tree crew assisting in tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and wood chipper operations. You will also have the opportunity to assist with our Plant Health Care (PHC) work, gaining valuable experience in a rapidly growing part of our business.

The Groundsman is responsible for ensuring drop zones are safe for coworkers and the public while climbers are aloft in trees or aerial lifts.

What a Groundsman & PHC Tech Does

• Assist crew with equipment and vehicle preparation daily.
• Ensure that drop zones are safe for coworkers and the public.
• Perform pruning and reducing.
• Safely use tree care operations equipment, including but not limited to gas-powered saws, pole saws/clips, and chippers.
• Load and unload trucks and chippers with logs, brush, and debris.
• Follow directions from crew leaders and climbers and maintain/service equipment, as needed.
• Assist with Plant Health Care (PHC) services, which may include tree and shrub spray applications, soil injections, and soil fertilization.
• Provide friendly and excellent customer service.
• Follow safety culture and safety procedures, including setting up safety and traffic control measures for job sites.
• Report to work on time each day and maintain a professional image.

What you need to be a Groundsman & PHC Tech:

• Valid driver's license.
• At least 21 years of age with the ability to work 40 hours or more each week.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively.
• Prior experience with Plant Health Care, including spraying or soil injection, is a plus!
• First Aid and CPR Certified is preferred.

What Joshua Tree Experts Can Provide For YOU

• A culture focused on SAFETY.
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Company that values a great WORK/LIFE balance.
• Full-time, YEAR-ROUND employment.
• Paid Training and Education to obtain Industry certifications and licensing.
• Uniform Servicing.

Join a BETTER team of tree care professionals at Joshua Tree Experts! We look forward to meeting you.