Landscape Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and paid time off

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gift program

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship programs

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a CLS Landscape Technician for on-site seasonal work in Virginia. You will help maintain client turf and landscape spaces, using a variety of tools and equipment to keep outdoor areas visually appealing. This position is seasonal and depends on regional demand.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, mowing, trimming, planting, and following safety guidelines. You will report to a supervisor and may need to travel up to 25% depending on assignments.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old to work in the field.
• Able to complete required safety courses upon hire.
• Able to complete Davey Career Development Program (CDP) books.
• Able to acquire applicator licenses as necessary per state requirements.
• Ability to operate power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, clean, and maintain various vehicles and landscape equipment.
• Mow, trim, and edge lawns.
• Plant and care for plants, trees, and shrubs.
• Follow all safety guidelines.
• Report to the supervisor regularly.

Skills

Age 18+

Safety training

CDP books

Licensing prep

Power equipment

Job description

Company

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations

Glenn Allen, VA

Additional Locations

NA

Work Site

On Site

Req ID

230321

Compensation Data

$18.50 - $22 hourly *dependent on experience and certifications

Position Overview

The CLS Landscape Technician is responsible for the maintenance, care, and enhancement of client turf and grounds landscape projects and services, working with various tools and equipment to ensure landscapes and outdoor spaces are well-maintained and visually appealing. This is a seasonal position, depending on the regional location.

Job Duties

• Operate, clean, and maintain various vehicles and landscape equipment.
• Mow, trim, and edge lawns.
• Plant and care for plants, trees, and shrubs.
• Follow all safety guidelines
• Report to the supervisor regularly.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age to work in the field.
• Ability to complete required safety courses upon hire.
• Ability to complete Davey Career Development Program (CDP) books.
• Ability to acquire applicator licenses as necessary per state requirements
• Ability to operate power equipment

Additional Information

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.

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.

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%

Equal Opportunity

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.