Plant Healthcare Tech | Toledo, OH

Davey Tree Expert Co; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Plant Healthcare Technician in a leading employee-owned company! This exciting role involves outdoor work, where you'll perform vital pest management and fertilization services for trees, shrubs, and lawns. You'll have the opportunity to engage with clients, share your knowledge, and contribute to a culture that values safety and community. With a focus on career development and industry-leading training, this position offers a unique chance to grow your skills while enjoying the great outdoors. If you have a passion for horticulture and a love for nature, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee-owned company

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

Charitable matching gift program

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to complete required training upon hire.
• Knowledge of turf, weeds, trees, and shrubs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and diagnose pest issues on trees and shrubs.
• Perform fertilization and pest management using specialized tools.
• Communicate progress and educate clients about services.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Pest management

Communication skills

Driving skills

Education

Background in Horticulture or Landscaping

Tools

Spray and injection tools

Truck and sprayer equipment

Job description

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Toledo, OH
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 210397

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:

• 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.
• Perform the prescribed fertilization and integrated pest management on trees and shrubs using spray and injection tools.
• Continuously monitor the pest control and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors.
• Drive, use, maintain and properly operate truck and sprayer equipment.

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors.
• Preferred: Background in Horticulture or Landscaping.
• Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID knowledge.
• Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books upon hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey 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 partnership, 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 Healthcare Technician to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Divisional Overview

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: None