Plant Health Care Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

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

Scholarship programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Houston, TX is seeking a Commercial Landscape Maintenace Plant Health Care Technician responsible for fertilization, IPM, and weed and fungi controls for trees, shrubs, and lawns on client properties. You will use spray and injection tools and safely operate vehicles and equipment while delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include applying chemicals, preparing solutions, documenting per SDS and work orders, inspecting sites, diagnosing plant

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Completion of Davey Tree training or ability to obtain qualification within 90 days of hire.
• State requirements: applicator licenses as needed.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to client properties using various equipment.
• Measure, mix, and prepare chemical solutions for trees, shrubs, and lawns.
• Maintain documentation including pesticide labels and SDS.
• Inspect worksites for underground utilities and set up safety measures.
• Diagnose plant diseases and determine treatments.
• Operate sprayer equipment and ensure machinery efficiency.
• Adhere to safety regulations and handle materials safely.
• Perform site cleanup and routine maintenance.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Operate mobile power equipment

Education

Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Technician training or plan to obtain within 90 days

Job description

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Houston, TX
Additional Locations: none
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 230520

Position Overview

The Comercial Landscape Maintenace Plant Health Care Technician is responsible for fertilization, integrated pest management, and weed and fungi controls for trees, shrubs, and lawns on client properties using various equipment including spray and injection tools, while providing excellent customer service; and safely operating vehicles and equipment.

Job Duties

• 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 Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Inspect worksites for underground utilities and installations, and set up traffic control and vehicle safety measures.
• Diagnose plant diseases and determine appropriate treatments.
• Operate and maintain sprayer equipment, including loading materials, filling tanks, and ensuring machinery efficiency.
• Adhere to safety regulations, use safety equipment, and safely handle materials.
• Perform site clean-up and maintenance tasks.
• Communicate with clients about diagnoses and treatments.
• Keep daily application records and time reports.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Successful completion in the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Technician training program as a plant heath care technician or the ability to obtain qualification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to complete required safety courses.i>
• Applicator licenses acquired as necessary per state requirements.
• Ability to operate mobile power equipment.

Additional Information

What We Offer [Benefits]:

• Group health plans*
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• 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*
• Plus, so much more!

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%