Outdoor Plant Health Technician: Trees & Shrubs

Davey Tree Expert Co.

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company  匹

Employee stock purchase options

Health plan

Employee referral program

Career development program

Scholarship program for children of员工

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Plant Healthcare Technician to join our outdoor-focused team in Richmond, VA. Your office is the outdoors, and you will apply fertilization and integrated pest management to trees, shrubs, and lawns using spray and injection tools.

You will identify pests, educate clients on diagnoses and services, and maintain and operate the truck and sprayer equipment. A strong interest in horticulture and a valid driver’s license are essential; pesticide licenses

Qualifications

Love of the outdoors required.
Background in Horticulture or Landscaping preferred.
Tree and shrub identification knowledge preferred.
Pesticide licenses and related certificates preferred if required by state law.
Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

Fertilize and perform pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools.
Identify and diagnose insects, weeds, fungus, and pest-prone areas.
Educate clients about diagnoses and prescribed pest control and fertilization services.
Perform prescribed fertilization and integrated pest management.
Monitor methods post-application and report progress to customers and supervisors.
Drive and operate truck and sprayer equipment.