Plant Health Care Tech: Lawn & Tree Care Pro

Davey Tree Expert Co; Flat Rock (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and paid time off

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gift program

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarsip support

Davey Family Scholarship

Employee discounts on services

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Flat Rock, MI is seeking a CLS Plant Health Care Technician to perform fertilization, Integrated Pest Management, and weed/fungi control for trees, shrubs, and lawns on client properties. This is a seasonal, on-site role with emphasis on safety and customer service.

Responsibilities include mixing chemicals, operating spray systems, inspecting worksites, and documenting applications. DOT considerations and state licenses may apply; training is provided by Davey.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ to work in the field.
• Must be 21+ to operate DOT vehicles for specific equipment.
• Valid driver's license; Class B CDL valuable but not required.
• Complete Davey Tree required safety courses and state applicator licenses as needed.
• Successful completion of the Davey Tree training program or obtain qualification within 90 days.

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 orders and maintain documentation, including labels and SDS.
• Inspect worksites for underground utilities and set up traffic control and vehicle safety.
• Diagnose plant diseases and determine appropriate treatments.
• Operate and maintain sprayer equipment, including loading materials and filling tanks.
• Adhere to safety regulations and wear PPE while handling materials.
• Perform site clean-up and maintenance tasks.
• Communicate with clients about diagnoses and treatments; keep daily records.

Skills

Driver's license

Safety training

Equipment operation

Education

Plant Health Care Technician training program

Tools

Spray equipment

Injection tools

Pesticide handling

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Flat Rock, MI is seeking a CLS Plant Health Care Technician to perform fertilization, Integrated Pest Management, and weed/fungi control for trees, shrubs, and lawns on client properties. This is a seasonal, on-site role with emphasis on safety and customer service.

Responsibilities include mixing chemicals, operating spray systems, inspecting worksites, and documenting applications. DOT considerations and state licenses may apply; training is provided by Davey.