Plant Health Care Tech: Growth, Field Impact

Arbor Masters

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

34 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan
FSA
401(k) match
Short/Long disability
AD&D insurance
EAP
Paid holidays
Cert renewals

Job summary

Arbor Masters in Des Moines, IA is hiring a Plant Health Care Technician (PHC Tech) to communicate with customers about PHC needs, sell and apply required products, and contribute to our tree care services.

The PHC Tech will perform pesticide and fertilizer applications, identify common pests and diseases, review labels, coordinate with homeowners, inspect properties for plant health, and follow safety procedures while traveling between sites.

Qualifications

  • Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
  • Must have a valid class C driver's license.
  • Must hold a Class A CDL or be willing to acquire.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Ability to follow directions and work independently.
  • Ability to complete labor-intensive outdoor work with exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
  • Ability to navigate uneven terrain, stand, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and lift in excess of 50 lbs on a regular basis.
  • Possession of a Certified Pesticide Applicator License is preferred.
  • Industry experience or Associates Degree in related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Performing pesticide applications, including fungicide and insecticide sprays, and fertilizer applications.
  • Ability to identify basic insects, diseases, and trees.
  • Identifying and comprehending chemical labels.
  • Contacting homeowners upon arrival at the job site, reviewing work to be performed and noting any changes or add-ons before beginning work.
  • Completing a thorough inspection/evaluation of the entire property for plant health concerns before leaving job site and submitting notes to supervisor, and collecting payment.
  • Performing fertilization services in accordance with AMTL standard operating procedures, ANSI A300 standards, and OSHA safety regulations and utilizing safety PPE.
  • Completing a daily checklist for truck maintenance (including notification of routine maintenance or repair for shop mechanics).
  • Operating equipment such as stump grinders and assisting with stump removal as needed.
  • Traveling from one job site to another, utilizing maps, street guides, and other directional resources.

Skills

Team player
Safety minded
Customer communication
Independent worker

Education

Associates Degree or related field
Certified Pesticide Applicator License

Tools

Class C driver's license
Class A CDL or willing to acquire

Job description

Arbor Masters in Des Moines, IA is hiring a Plant Health Care Technician (PHC Tech) to communicate with customers about PHC needs, sell and apply required products, and contribute to our tree care services.

The PHC Tech will perform pesticide and fertilizer applications, identify common pests and diseases, review labels, coordinate with homeowners, inspect properties for plant health, and follow safety procedures while traveling between sites.

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