Plant Health Care Specialist

SavATree; City of Rochester, Philadelphia (NY, NH, Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team focused on the health of trees and shrubs in your community. This role offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, solving challenges related to plant health while visiting beautiful properties. As part of a collaborative environment, you will engage with clients, diagnose issues, and implement effective treatments. With competitive pay and benefits, including health and a 401K plan, this position is perfect for those who love nature and are eager to grow their skills in arboriculture.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• A degree in Arboriculture, Horticulture, or related field preferred.
• Willingness to learn and complete required training for certifications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, diagnose, and treat pest and disease infestations.
• Provide written diagnostic reports and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Tree and Plant Identification

Education

Degree in Arboriculture

Degree in Horticulture

Degree in Environmental Sciences

Job description

Job Summary

The Plant Health Care Team are specialists dedicated to inspecting plant material, identifying problems, and ethically treating or preventing issues faced by trees and shrubs. They are our team of "detectives," viewing each plant disease or infestation as a puzzle they are eager to solve. This role offers the opportunity to work outdoors and visit beautiful properties in your community.

Compensation and Benefits

This position pays $24-28/hr depending on years of experience. We also offer benefits and a 401K plan.

Job Description

Looking for a place where you can thrive?

The Plant Health Care Team focus on ensuring the health and well-being of trees and shrubs on clients' landscapes within a specific territory. Responsibilities include monitoring, diagnosing, and treating pest and disease infestations, selecting appropriate treatments, interacting with clients, providing written diagnostic reports, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

What We Are Looking For

• A desire to grow, problem solve, and improve processes
• A degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turfgrass, or comparable experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and responsibly
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to learn tree and plant identification, and safe application techniques

Essential Requirements

• Willingness to complete required training for certifications and licenses
• Desire to work outdoors
• Valid driver's license
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Why You Might Love Working Here

• Training and development opportunities
• Collaborative environment with industry experts
• Competitive salary and benefits, including health, dental, paid time off, and a 401K match

Physical Demands

Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

About SavATree

Our mission is to preserve and enhance the beauty of outdoor spaces through comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care. We support our team members' growth through training, resources, and a collaborative culture, fostering success and expertise.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.