Plant Health Care Technician

Plant Health Care Technician (PHC Tech)Arbor Masters is a third-generation, family-owned business, specializing in all areas of tree service and plant care. We love our industry, our work family, and making sure our customers are satisfied by approaching our work with high-level standards for safety and excellence. We are putting down new roots and expanding the family business. We are currently looking to add a Plant Health Care Technician (PHC Tech) to our team of experts. As a PHC Tech, you will have the unique opportunity to communicate with customers and discuss their PHC needs, as well as selling and applying the needed products.When you join the Arbor Masters team, you are joining our work family. We want to see our work family continually grow and succeed. This is not just a job; it is a career path! We will equip you with all the experience and training necessary to grow and advance in the company. The opportunity is all yours and what you want to make of it!As a PHC Tech, you would be responsible for:Performing pesticide applications, including but not limited to fungicide and insecticide sprays, and fertilizer applicationsAbility to identify basic insects, diseases, and treesIdentifying and comprehending chemical labelsContacting homeowners upon arrival at the job site, reviewing work to be performed and noting any changes or add-ons before beginning workCompleting a thorough inspection/evaluation of the entire property for plant health concerns before leaving job site and submitting notes to supervisor, and collecting paymentPerforming fertilization services in accordance with AMTL standard operating procedures, ANSI A300 standards, and OSHA safety regulations and utilizing safety PPECompleting a daily checklist for truck maintenance (including notification of routine maintenance or repair for shop mechanics)Operating equipment such as stump grinders and assisting with stump removal as neededTraveling from one job site to another, utilizing maps, street guides, and other directional resourcesRequirements:Must be a team player with a positive attitude!Must have a valid class C driver's licenseClass A CDL PrefferedMust be at least 18 years oldAbility to follow directions and work independentlyAbility to complete labor-intensive outdoor work with exposure to a variety of weather conditionsAbility to navigate uneven terrain, stand, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and lift in excess of 501bs on a regular basisPossession of a Certified Pesticide Applicator License is preferredIndustry experience or Associates Degree in related field is preferredBenefits:Medical Plan effective 60 days following start dateDental PlanFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Retirement Plan: 401(k) (50% Company Match up to 4%/2%)Short Term DisabilityLong Term Disability (100% Company Paid)$25k AD&D Insurance (100% Company Paid)Employee Assistance Program (100% Company Paid)Six (6) Paid HolidaysPaid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement)Professional certification and registration renewalsProfessional development trainingOur core purpose is to love people and pursue excellence in the tree care and landscaping industry. If this resonates with you, please apply here!