Plant Health Care Technician

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate trees, shrubs, and landscape plants for signs of disease, insects, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental stress.
• Perform plant health care treatments including fertilization, soil injections, root collar excavations, pest management, and disease control applications.
• Mix and apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers according to label requirements and company standards.
• Operate spray equipment, injection systems, skid steers, utility vehicles, and other equipment associated with PHC services.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments performed, products used, and customer recommendations.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness and make recommendations for follow-up services.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding treatment plans, plant health concerns, and service recommendations.
• Conduct site assessments and identify potential safety hazards before beginning work.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and vehicles in safe operating condition.
• Follow all company, OSHA, DOT, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with tree care operations and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required pesticide applicator licenses/certifications.
• Basic knowledge of tree and shrub species, pests, diseases, and plant health care practices.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Preferred

• Previous experience in arboriculture, landscaping, horticulture, agriculture, or plant health care.
• ISA Certified Arborist certification.
• State pesticide applicator license.
• CDL or ability to obtain one.
• Experience operating spray equipment and application systems.