Plant Health Field Technician – IPM & Landscape Care Pro

Oeg Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

PerkSpot

Long-Term Disability and LifeInsurance

Paid time Off

Tuition Reimbursement (after one year)

Job summary

Outdoor Environments Group is hiring a Field Technician to improve or maintain the aesthetics of client properties. You will inspect landscapes, diagnose plant health, and apply IPM treatments as needed in Indiana.

Responsibilities include operating spray rigs, keeping accurate records, and coordinating with account managers. The role requires a valid Indiana driver's license, pesticide applicator license (3A/3B), and a degree in plant sciences or related field, or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold Indiana driver's license with insurable driving record.
• Indiana Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, categories 3A and 3B.
• Degree in arboriculture, horticulture, plant science, or related field, or equivalent hands-on work experience.
• Working knowledge of landscape plant and turf pests, diseases, and cultural disorders common to Indiana.
• Ability to work independently, manage a daily route, and maintain a client-focused attitude.
• Experience with diagnostic or route-management software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled property inspections to monitor landscape plants and turf for problems.
• Diagnose plant health issues in the field and recommend IPM treatments.
• Select, mix, calibrate, and apply pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, and fertilizers per label and Indiana rules.
• Operate and maintain spray rigs, equipment, and hand tools; report mechanical issues.
• Complete diagnostic reports, application records, and service documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to Account Manager professionally.
• Respond to client questions and concerns.
• Maintain pesticide applicator licensing and complete ongoing education.
• Follow company safety policies and EPA/OSHA/Indiana requirements.
• Coordinate with account managers and crew leaders on property conditions and follow-up work.

Skills

Independent work

Client-focused attitude

Experience with diagnostic software

Education

Degree in arboriculture / horticulture / plant science or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

Indiana Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (3A, 3B)

Job description

Outdoor Environments Group is hiring a Field Technician to improve or maintain the aesthetics of client properties. You will inspect landscapes, diagnose plant health, and apply IPM treatments as needed in Indiana.

Responsibilities include operating spray rigs, keeping accurate records, and coordinating with account managers. The role requires a valid Indiana driver's license, pesticide applicator license (3A/3B), and a degree in plant sciences or related field, or equivalent experience.