Tree & Shrub Plant Health Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time off

Paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Safety gear provided

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase program

Group health plan

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Wilmington, DE is seeking a Plant Healthcare Technician to provide fertilization and pest management for trees, shrubs, and lawns. The role is on-site, requiring outdoor work and a valid driver’s license.

Training is provided for Davey development books, first aid, CPR, and defensive driving as part of hire. Responsibilities include diagnosing pests, educating clients, operating spray/injection equipment, and monitoring effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work required and appreciation for outdoor environments.
• Willingness to complete Davey career development books and safety courses on hire.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and any state pesticide licenses if required.

Responsibilities

• Fertilize and perform pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns.
• Identify insects, weeds, fungi and pest-prone areas and diagnose conditions.
• Educate customers about diagnoses and prescribed pest control and fertilization services.
• Operate spray and injection equipment for fertilization and pest control.
• Monitor methods after application and report progress to customers and supervisors.
• Drive and maintain truck and sprayer equipment.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Horticulture/ Landscaping background

Turf/ Weed/ Tree and shrub ID

Davey landscape career development

Davey First Aid, CPR & defensive driv.

Valid driver’s license

Pesticide licenses/certificates (state

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Wilmington, DE is seeking a Plant Healthcare Technician to provide fertilization and pest management for trees, shrubs, and lawns. The role is on-site, requiring outdoor work and a valid driver’s license.

Training is provided for Davey development books, first aid, CPR, and defensive driving as part of hire. Responsibilities include diagnosing pests, educating clients, operating spray/injection equipment, and monitoring effectiveness.