Plant and Tree Care Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Hamden (CT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in tree care is seeking a Plant and Tree Care Technician to perform pest management and fertilization services. The role involves outdoor work, client communication, and equipment operation. Ideal candidates will have a passion for nature and relevant certifications. Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits

Paid Time off

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Employee-owned company & discounted stock options

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

Charitable matching gift program

Qualifications

• Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books upon hire.
• Ability to complete First Aid and CPR courses upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs, and lawns.
• Drive and maintain truck and sprayer equipment.
• Educate clients on pest control and fertilization services.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Pest management knowledge

Horticulture knowledge

Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID knowledge

Education

Relevant pesticide licenses

Background in Horticulture or Landscaping

Job description

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Position Overview

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

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations:

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 211381

Position Overview

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

Compensation

$26 - $34 (Based on experience)

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.
• Perform the prescribed fertilization and integrated pest management on tree and shrubs using spray and injection tools.
• Continuously monitor the pest control and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors.
• Drive, use, maintain and properly operate truck and sprayer equipment.
  
  

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
• Preferred: Background in Horticulture or Landscaping
• Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID knowledge
• Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Valid driver’s license
  
  

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
  
  

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: 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.

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: None

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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