Outdoor Plant Health Care Pro

Davey Tree Expert Co.; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company & discounted,0%

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Charitable matching gift program

Starting pay rate: $20-$23 per hour

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Company in Naperville, IL is seeking a Plant Health Care Technician. You will fertilize and manage pests on trees, shrubs, and lawns using spray and injection tools, while identifying issues and communicating with clients about treatments.

You’ll monitor plant health, adjust fertilization methods, and coordinate with supervisors. A clean driving record and willingness to complete required training are essential for success in this outdoor role at our on-site locations.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping preferred.
• Turf, weed, tree and shrub ID and knowledge of plant physiology preferred.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree training and safety courses on hire.
• Valid driver’s license; pesticide licenses preferred if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate your career and fertilize your future.
• Identify and diagnose insects, weeds, fungus conditions and pest-prone areas.
• Educate clients on diagnosis and prescribed pest control/fertilization services.
• Monitor plant health and fertilization methods and report progress to customers and supervisors.
• Drive and operate equipment (truck and sprayer) and maintain it properly.

Skills

Outdoors lover

Forestry/Horticulture/ Landscaping

Plant health diagnosis

Driver's license

Pesticide licenses (preferred)

Job description

Davey Tree Expert Company in Naperville, IL is seeking a Plant Health Care Technician. You will fertilize and manage pests on trees, shrubs, and lawns using spray and injection tools, while identifying issues and communicating with clients about treatments.

You’ll monitor plant health, adjust fertilization methods, and coordinate with supervisors. A clean driving record and willingness to complete required training are essential for success in this outdoor role at our on-site locations.