Plant Healthcare Technician | Canton, MI

Position Overview Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs, and lawns using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties. Responsibilities 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. Perform the prescribed fertilization and integrated pest management on trees and shrubs using spray and injection tools. Continuously monitor the pest control and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors. Drive, use, maintain, and properly operate truck and sprayer equipment. Qualifications Love of the outdoors. Preferred: Background in Horticulture or Landscaping. Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree, and shrub ID knowledge. Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books upon hire. Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course upon hire. Valid driver’s license. Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law. Benefits 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 the U.S. 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 are available to eligible employees. Company Overview Invest in your future. Join one of the largest Employee‑Owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. EEO Statement 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. Accommodations If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Employment Type Employment Type: Permanent Job Type: Full Time Travel Expectations: Up to 25% #J-18808-Ljbffr Davey Tree Expert Co