Plant Health Care Tech - Landscape Pro (Houston)

Davey Tree Expert Co; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Short-term and long-term disability保险

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with up to a 4% company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and paid time off

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gift program

Employee referral bonus program

Employee Educational Scholarship

Davey Family Scholarship

20% discount on all Davey services

Cell phone discounts

Vehicle purchase discount program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a committed Plant Health Care Technician to fertilize, manage pests, and control weeds and fungi on client properties Aimed to preserve healthy landscapes using spray and injection tools while safely operating vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities include applying chemicals, preparing solutions, following work orders, inspecting sites for safety, diagnosing plant issues, and maintaining records and client communication.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Successful completion in the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Technician training program or eligibility within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to complete required safety courses.
• Applicator licenses acquired as necessary per state requirements.
• Ability to operate mobile power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to client properties using various equipment.
• Measure, mix, and prepare chemical solutions for trees, shrubs, and lawns.
• Follow work order specifications and maintain proper documentation, including pesticide labels and SDS.

Skills

Driver's License

Safety training

Plant Health Care knowledge

Operate power equipment

Education

Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Technician training

State applicator licenses (as required)

Tools

Mobile power equipment operation

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a committed Plant Health Care Technician to fertilize, manage pests, and control weeds and fungi on client properties Aimed to preserve healthy landscapes using spray and injection tools while safely operating vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities include applying chemicals, preparing solutions, following work orders, inspecting sites for safety, diagnosing plant issues, and maintaining records and client communication.