Plant Health Care Technician - Monster Tree Service of Lake County

Job Description

Job Description

So, what sets Monster Tree Service apart from other employers? Extensive experience, state-of-the-art equipment, a true love and commitment to the environment, superb customer service, a rapidly growing footprint, dynamic work ethic, a unique philosophy, and most important…the Monster Team! Each Monster Tree Service is an individually owned and operated franchise. 

If you are looking to be part of a team that is growing and positively changing the Tree Care Industry while providing great career opportunities, we want to speak to you!  Monster Tree Service of Lake County has an outstanding career opportunity for a  Plant Health Care Technician who will monitor, evaluate, and provide for the plant health care needs of trees and shrubs on our client’s properties.  

• Diagnosis and treatment of trees and shrubs for insects, disease, and other health issues.
• Operate and maintain equipment used to apply Plant Health Care treatments.
• Properly mix, handle and store materials safely.
• Keep records by following MTS standards and state regulations.
• Work as a member of the tree crew performing ground and utility functions.
• Maintain positive customer relations and effective communication.
• Inspect plant material and diagnose additional issues to present upsell opportunities.
• Maintain communication with the Manager and Sales Arborist.

• A valid Pesticide License preferred or the ability to obtain
• Ability to work independently
• ISA Arborist certification or the ability to obtain is preferred
• A clean/valid driver’s license is required
• Ability to identify local trees and shrubs and diagnose common insects, disease, and abiotic issues
• Excellent communication skills and customer service
• Math skills to accurately calculate mix ratios for applications
• Ability to understand product labels and directions

We offer competitive wages commensurate with experience, training, year-round employment, state-of-the-art equipment, a positive and respectful work environment, and more!   

You are applying for work with a franchisee of Monster Tree Service, not Monster Franchising SPE, LLC or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who are solely responsible for their own employees. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.