Plant Health Care Technician

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform all functions of the pest management program including but not limited to; administration, scheduling, inspections, sampling, treatments, inventory, equipment maintenance, record keeping, and customer relations.
• Conduct regular inspections on plants for signs of pests, diseases or other factors.
• Identify, diagnose, and treat insects, disease, and other conditions of trees and shrubs using various methods and tools.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for pest control and disease management.
• Administers pesticides, fertilizers and other needs with proficient application skills.
• Ensure that all company policies regarding safety, PPE, labeling, and the storage and handling of pesticide products are adhered to.
• Effectively operate, calibrate, and maintain all PPE, equipment and tools.
• Perform soil testing and analysis to determine appropriate conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of plant health assessments and treatments.
• Maintains consistent communication with supervisors, coworkers and customers.
• Works as a member of tree crew, under the crew leader’s supervision during the off season.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree in Arboriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Landscape Management, Plant Science, or a related field, or previous experience in tree care industry preferred.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or able and willing to attain one.
• Clean motor vehicle record and valid driver’s license.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor and work in all conditions, including both extreme heat and cold temperatures.

Benefits

• Starting pay is $22-$28/hr.
• Pay is determined by experience, skill, education, and other factors.
• Able to enroll in benefits after 60-day new hire probation period.
• Health Insurance.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and employer matching (up to a certain amount) and 100% vesting as soon as contributions are made.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays (6).