Plant Health Care Technician — Tree & Turf Specialist

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

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