Plant Health Care Technician | New Berlin, WI

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Charitable matching gift program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Plant Health Care Technician to work primarily outdoors in New Berlin, WI. You’ll fertilize and treat trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools, diagnose pest and disease issues, and explain solutions to clients.

You’ll monitor plant health, adjust treatments as needed and operate company equipment while upholding safety standards. This is a full-time, on-site position with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 25%.
• Preferred: background in forestry, horticulture or landscaping.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Perform fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools.
• Identify insects, weeds, fungi and pest-prone areas and diagnose issues.
• Educate clients about diagnoses and prescribed treatments.
• Monitor plant health and adjust fertilization methods as needed, reporting progress.
• Drive and operate equipment and maintain safety of vehicles and tools.

Skills

Outdoor work enthusiasm

Valid driver’s license

Pesticide licenses

Forestry/Horticulture background (pref

Job description

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: New Berlin, WI
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: On Site

Position Overview

Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties.

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Cultivate your career and fertilize your future!
• Properly identify and diagnose insects, weeds, fungus conditions and pest prone areas.
• Communicate with and educate the client regarding the diagnosis and the prescribed pest control and fertilization service with customers.
• 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).

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Love of the outdoors
• Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping
• Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and knowledge of turf or tree physiology
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Tech training program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Valid driver’s license
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Additional Information

What We Offer: *

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Plant Health Care Technician to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

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 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.

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.

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