Plant Health Care Technician | West Chicago, IL

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Location: West Chicago, IL Work Site: On Site Employment Type: Permanent Job Type: Full Time Travel Expectations: Up to 25% Position Overview Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools. Job Duties Remove pests and correct conditions by applying appropriate chemicals to trees, shrubs, and lawns. Properly identify and diagnose insects, weeds, fungi, and pest-prone areas. Educate clients regarding diagnosis and prescribed pest control and fertilization service. Continuously monitor plant health, fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors. Drive, use, maintain and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer). Qualifications Love of the outdoors. Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping preferred. Knowledge of turf, weed, tree, and shrub identification, pathology, and physiology of turf or trees preferred. Ability to complete the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Tech training program upon hire. Ability to complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving courses upon hire. Valid driver’s license. Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law, preferred. Benefits Paid time off and paid holidays. Opportunities for advancement. All job-specific equipment and safety gear provided. 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match. Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options. Group health plan. Employee referral bonus program. Locations throughout the U.S. in major cities and desirable areas. Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists & skill trainers. Scholarship Program for children of employees. Charitable matching gift program. Starting pay rate: $20-$23 per hour. All listed benefits available to eligible employees. Equal Opportunity Employer The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Davey Tree Expert Company