Plant Health Care Technician

Position Overview Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties. Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Morris Plains, NJ Additional Locations: NA Work Site: On Site Req ID: 228754 Position Overview Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties. Compensation Salary: $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly (Depending on experience, certifications and licensing) Job Duties What You’ll Do: Cultivate your career and fertilize your future! 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. Continuously monitor plant heath quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors. Drive, use, maintain and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer). Qualifications What We’re Looking For: Love of the outdoors Required: Valid driver's license (ability to get DOT med card upon hire) Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and knowledge of turf or tree physiology Ability to complete the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Tech training program upon hire Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire 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 Pre-employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Davey Tree Expert Company