Plant & Turf Health Technician

Gabriel Group; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (subsidized)

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Sponsored Continuing Professional Educ

Job summary

Rossen Landscape, a premier landscape company in the greater Washington DC metro area, is seeking a Plant Health Care Specialist. You will manage turf and ornamental health using pesticides and fertilizers, calibrate machinery, and log applications in compliance with state regs.

The role requires pesticide applicator certification, 3 years of landscaping and customer service experience, and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Pesticide Applicator Certification required or eligible.
• State or national landscape industry certifications preferred.
• 3 years landscaping and customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Turf Fertilization: monitor health and fertilizing methods; report to clients and management.
• Turf Weed Control: achieve green, weed-free lawns per client expectations.
• Seeding: ensure proper seeding and aeration techniques when laying seed or sod.
• Pesticide Storage and Compliance: log all applications per state regulations.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Tech Proficiency

Education

Pesticide Applicator Certification

State/National Landscape Certification

Tools

Aspire Software

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

• Location 21558 Stonetree Court,Suite B,Sterling, VA, 20166,United States
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Full-Time Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

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Summary

Plant and Turf Health Technician

Position Type: Full-Time, Salary Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $60,000-$80,000

Location: Sterling, VA

Job Summary :

We are hiring a Plant Health Care Specialist with an in-depth understanding of landscape pesticide and fertilizer products, methods, and procedures. The ideal candidate should be able to calculate and calibrate machinery and materials and properly log all applications according to state regulations. They should also have knowledge of pesticide/fertilizer mixing rates and the ability to use an assortment of application equipment for liquid and granular materials.

Other requirements include a pesticide applicator certification, 3 years of landscaping and customer service experience, and a clean driving record. The candidate should also have knowledge of landscaping and lawn maintenance practices, turf nutrient programs, and pest care programs. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Fluency in using technology, including Aspire Software, Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams, is preferred.

Rossen Landscape, based in Great Falls, Virginia, has become the premier comprehensive, high-end residential landscape company in the greater Washington DC metro area. Since 2003, our mission has been to create environments that nurture and delight our team, clients, and community. We specialize in landscape services for the luxury market through creative, sustainable solutions that maximize the natural outdoor environment for our clients. Join our growing and dynamic team to take your career to the next level!

Learn more about us at RossenLandscape.com

Key Responsibilities:

Turf Fertilization- Continuously monitor plant heath quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to clients and management.

Turf Weed Control - Our clients' expectations are a green weed-free lawn and you will be the front runner in helping achieve those results.

Seeding - Ensure the proper seeding and aeration techniques when laying seed or sod.

Pesticide Storage and Compliance - Calculate and calibrate machinery, materials, and proper log of all applications according to state regulations.

Budget Management - Ability and knowledge of planning and regulating products and materials.

Integrated Pest Management Services - Inspects, diagnoses, and identifies treatments of trees, plants, turf, and shrubs for insects, disease and other plant health issues.

Safety and Compliance - Knowledge of the chemical substances and of the chemical processes and transformations. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Client Relationship - Communicate with the clients regarding the diagnosis and the prescribed pest control, weeding, seeding, and fertilization services.

Equipment Operation- Maintain and operate equipment used to apply Plant Health Care treatment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Problem-Solving

Knowledge of basic landscaping and lawn maintenance practices

Oral Comprehension, Expression, and Clarity

Attention to Detail

Working independently and as part of a team

Leveraging technology (Aspire Software, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Microsoft Teams)

Knowledge of and ability to create turf nutrient programs, annual ornamental plant pest care programs.

An in-depth understanding of landscape pesticide and fertilizer products, methods, and procedures. Calculate and calibrate machinery, materials, and proper log of all applications according to state regulations.

Knowledge of pesticide/fertilizer mixing rates and ability to use an assortment of application equipment (Liquid and granular materials).

Ability to diagnose turf and ornamental plant pest issues, create solutions from diagnosis.

In-depth knowledge of turf and ornamental pesticides, fertilizers, and seeding applications.

Identification of pests and weeds

Preferred Education/Certification/Experience:

Pesticide Applicator Certification (Valid or Eligible to obtain one).

State or national landscape industry certification(s) preferred.

Landscaping (3 years)

Customer Service (3 years)

Driver’s License (Clean Record)

Core Values:

The ideal Plant and Health Turf Technician candidate aligns with our company’s core values:

• Safety
• Professionalism
• Accountability
• Relationships
• Drive

Join a company with a stellar reputation and market-leading compensation (base plus incentives) & benefits, including:

Medical Insurance (subsidized)

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Sponsored Continuing Professional Education

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Career Advancement Opportunities

Team Events, Contests, and Surprise & Delights

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds throughout the day.

Walking, standing, bending, reaching, and twisting.

Ability to operate heavy machinery.

Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Smoke-free office, vehicles, and facilities.

Substance-free workplace.

Willingness and ability to work overtime during peak season.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those our team members encounter while performing the various essential job functions of our business. Depending on your role, you may encounter any, all, or none of these conditions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with varying abilities to perform essential functions. Our team members regularly work on-site at the client’s property to deliver our maintenance and/or construction services. As such, team members may be exposed to the following conditions, which are just a sampling and not intended to be a comprehensive list: moving mechanical parts, precarious places, fumes/airborne particles, outdoor weather, risk of electrical shock, etc. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. Alternatively, while performing the duties of a job, the team member may work in an office setting where the noise is usually quiet to moderate. In all of our work environments, team members are required to operate in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Rossen Landscape is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws .

For any inquiries regarding this job posting, please email [e-mail]. You may also call us and ask to speak to a member of our HR team at [phone] Ext. 1002.