Lawncare Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Fraziers Bottom (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Employee-owned company & stock options

Group Health Plan

Education/Scholarship program for kids

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring a Plant Health Care Technician to perform fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns. Your office is outdoors, and you will diagnose pests, treat affected areas and communicate findings to clients.

You’ll work with spray equipment, drive company vehicles, and participate in safety trainings and certifications. The role offers full-time employment with employee-owned company benefits.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping preferred.
• Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology knowledge preferred.
• Able to complete Plant Health Care Tech training on hire.
• Able to complete First Aid, CPR and defensive driving training on hire.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Pesticide licenses/certificates preferred where state law requires.

Responsibilities

• Fertilize and provide pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and spreader equipment.
• Identify insects, weeds, fungi and pest-prone areas and diagnose conditions.
• Explain diagnosis and prescribed services to clients in clear terms.
• Monitor plant health and adjust fertilization methods; communicate progress to clients and supervisors.
• Operate and maintain vehicles and spray equipment as required.

Skills

Outdoor enthusiasm

Driver's license

Willingness to train

Customer communication

Awareness of safety

Job description

Company

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations

Fraziers Bottom, WV

Additional Locations

none

Work Site

On Site

Req ID

229813

Position Overview

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

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• 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.
• Continuously monitor plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors.
• Drive, use, maintain and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer).

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Love of the outdoors
• Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping
• Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and knowledge of turf or tree physiology
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Tech training program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree 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

What We Offer: *

• 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 US 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 the open exchanging of ideas, community partnerships, 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 Health Care Technician to our passionate team of tree care 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 as a protected veteran, status as an 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. 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.

Contact Information

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%