Plant Health Technician - Tree & Lawn Care Expert

Verdure Elements; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

ESOP after 1 year

Job summary

Wright Outdoor Solutions is seeking a Plant Healthcare Technician in Des Moines, IA. This full-time position involves performing tree, lawn and shrub care, insect and disease control, fertilization, and weather protection while following safety standards and maintaining equipment.

The role requires pesticide certification or the ability to obtain it within 21 days, strong communication and organization, and the ability to work independently or in a team in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
• Ability to read, write and speak English to perform duties and interact with team.
• Iowa commercial pesticide applicator certification or ability to obtain within 21 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complete tree, lawn and shrub care, including insect and disease control, fertilization and weather protection.
• Follow safety and technical standards; perform equipment maintenance.
• Work flexible hours to accommodate seasonality and service areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Independent worker

Education

Iowa pesticide applicator certification

Tools

Pesticide application equipment

Valid Iowa driver’s license

Job description

Wright Outdoor Solutions is seeking a Plant Healthcare Technician in Des Moines, IA. This full-time position involves performing tree, lawn and shrub care, insect and disease control, fertilization, and weather protection while following safety standards and maintaining equipment.

The role requires pesticide certification or the ability to obtain it within 21 days, strong communication and organization, and the ability to work independently or in a team in varying weather conditions.