Plant Health Care Tech - Outdoor Tree & Turf

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment and safety-

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company & discounted股票

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Locations throughout US

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Charitable matching gift program

All listed benefits available to elig.

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Wixom, MI is seeking a Plant Health Care Technician to perform fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs, and lawns. You will diagnose issues, educate clients on treatments, and monitor plant health while using spray and injection tools on site.

We offer comprehensive benefits, career development, and opportunities for advancement through the employee‑owned company. A valid driver's license and state‑required licenses are preferred.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping preferred.
• Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology knowledge preferred.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree Health Care Tech training on hire.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving on hire.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Relevant pesticide licenses if state law requires.

Responsibilities

• Perform fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools.
• Educate clients about diagnosis, prescribed pest control, and fertilization services.
• Monitor plant health and fertilizing methods and report progress to customers and supervisors.
• Drive and operate equipment (truck and sprayer) safely and properly.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Tree and shrub ID

Pest & pathology knowledge

Plant Health Care training

First Aid CPR training

Defensive driving

Valid driver's license

Pesticide licenses (if required)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Wixom, MI is seeking a Plant Health Care Technician to perform fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs, and lawns. You will diagnose issues, educate clients on treatments, and monitor plant health while using spray and injection tools on site.

We offer comprehensive benefits, career development, and opportunities for advancement through the employee‑owned company. A valid driver's license and state‑required licenses are preferred.