Landscape Technician — Outdoor Craft & Career Growth

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Equipment and safety gear provided

401(k) retirement plan

Employee-owned company

Stock purchase program

Health plan

Employee referral bonus

Locations across the US

Career development program

Scholarship program for employees' to 

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Landscape Trainee in Youngstown, OH to join our outdoor-focused team. You will participate in planned landscaping operations, learning to plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch, and assist in diagnosing turf and shrub conditions on a variety of properties.

This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on training, safety, and professional development, with benefits and advancement opportunities as you gain credentials and experience with Davey’s programs.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, or Landscaping preferred
• Turf, weed, tree and shrub ID, pathology knowledge preferred
• Complete Davey Landscape career development books upon hire
• Complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Valid driver’s license
• Class A or B license with Airbrake Endorsement preferred
• Pesticide licenses/certificates as required by state law preferred

Responsibilities

• Execute planned landscaping operations and maintain grounds for residences and businesses.
• Learn to plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch, and more.
• Diagnose turf and shrub conditions for insects, diseases, and environmental factors.
• Maintain open communication with management and clients regarding landscape needs.
• Drive and operate landscape equipment safely and responsibly.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry/Horticulture/Landscaping背景

Turf/Tree/Shrub ID and pathology

Driver's license

Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement

Pesticide licenses (state dependent)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Landscape Trainee in Youngstown, OH to join our outdoor-focused team. You will participate in planned landscaping operations, learning to plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch, and assist in diagnosing turf and shrub conditions on a variety of properties.

This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on training, safety, and professional development, with benefits and advancement opportunities as you gain credentials and experience with Davey’s programs.