Plant Health Care Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; California; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and careerdevelopment

Excellent benefits package

RRSP/TFSA program

Stock purchase option after 6 months

Employee referral program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited seeks a Plant Healthcare Technician to perform fertilization, IPM treatments and diagnoses for trees and shrubs in on-site settings.

You will educate clients on treatments, identify plant issues, and operate field equipment. Full-time, year-round work with training and benefits. Must be 18+ and capable of lifting 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Pesticide applicator license preferred.
• Valid provincial driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of tree and shrub identification, pathology and physiology.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilization and IPM treatments to trees and shrubs.
• Educate clients on diagnosis and prescribed treatments.
• Identify trees and shrubs and diagnose pest conditions.
• Monitor plant health and adjust fertilization methods.
• Operate company equipment (truck and sprayer).
• Perform residential and commercial plant health care tasks.
• Participate in other tree care services as needed.

Skills

Pesticide Applicator License

Provincial driver’s license

Tree & shrub ID

Tree physiology knowledge

Pathology knowledge

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Landscaping background

Strong tree/shrub identification

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Team safety mindset

Job description

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited
Locations: Vancouver, British Columbia
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 230814

Position Overview

As a Plant Healthcare Technicianyour major focus will be on fertilization, treatment and injection of trees and shrubs. Customers and clients will look to you to provide diagnosis and treatment to several of their vegetation needs. You will not only be looked upon to treat but also to educate our clients on what you are doing while you are in the field.

Job Duties

• Complete application of fertilization and integrated pest management application on trees and shrubs using foliar and injection applications.
• Provide exceptional customer service and educate clients regarding the diagnosis and the prescribed pest control and fertilization service with customers.
• Properly identify trees and shrubs with a strong knowledge of pathology and physiology.
• Properly identify and diagnose insects, fungus conditions, and pest prone areas.
• Continuously monitor plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors.
• Drive, use, maintain and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer).
• Apply specified treatments to plant material on both residential and commercial properties.
• When not working on plant health care projects, this position will also involve other tree care services, including ground and tree work.

Qualifications

• Pesticide Applicator License preferred.
• Valid provincial driver’s license.
• Tree and shrub ID, Pathology, and knowledge of tree physiology.
• Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.
• Strong tree and shrub identification skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.

Additional Information

• Full time. Year-round employment.
• $22-$28/hour depending on experience and education.
• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Program.
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
• Employee Referral Program and other company perks!
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

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