Outdoor Landscape Technician — Growth & Hands-On Training

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time off

Paid holidays

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment and safety:

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company & discounted?

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Solon, OH is seeking a Landscape Trainee to join our outdoor team. Your office is outside, and you’ll learn to plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch and perform related landscaping tasks under supervision.

You'll gain hands-on experience diagnosing turf health, pests and plant conditions, while learning to operate and maintain landscape equipment safely. Growth opportunities and a focus on safety are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, or Landscaping preferred.
• Turf, weed, tree and shrub ID, pathology knowledge preferred.
• Ability to complete Davey Landscape career development books on hire.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course on hire.
• Valid driver’s license; Class A/B with Airbrake endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate your green career with us; learn to plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch, and more.
• Diagnose insect, disease, and cultural/environmental turf and shrub conditions.
• Maintain open communication with management and clients to provide feedback on landscape needs.
• Drive and operate landscape equipment safely and responsibly.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Driver's license

Willingness to learn

Ability to complete Davey training

Tools

Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Solon, OH is seeking a Landscape Trainee to join our outdoor team. Your office is outside, and you’ll learn to plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch and perform related landscaping tasks under supervision.

You'll gain hands-on experience diagnosing turf health, pests and plant conditions, while learning to operate and maintain landscape equipment safely. Growth opportunities and a focus on safety are emphasized.