Plant Healthcare Tree/ Shrub Technician

Plant Healthcare Tree/ Shrub Technician – The Davey Tree Expert Company Join to apply for the Plant Healthcare Tree/ Shrub Technician role at The Davey Tree Expert Company . 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 Dulles, VA Work Site On Site Job Number 218197 Job Duties 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 health quality and 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 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 Valid driver’s license Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law Additional Information – 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 programLocations 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 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 exchanging of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. We are currently looking to add a dynamic Plant Health Care Technician to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day! Equal Opportunity 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. Contact View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io Employment Details Employment Type: Permanent Job Type: Full Time Travel Expectations: Up to 25% #J-18808-Ljbffr