Plant Health Care Specialist

Title

Plant Health Care Specialist (Plant Diagnostics, Pest Management, Horticulture)

Job Overview

This role is dedicated to inspecting plant material, identifying problems, and ethically treating or preventing issues affecting trees and shrubs on client properties. It involves monitoring, diagnosing, and treating pest and disease infestations, selecting appropriate products, and educating clients through detailed diagnostic reports. The company (name not specified) provides specialized plant health care services.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work outdoors while visiting beautiful client properties.
• Solve complex plant disease and pest infestation puzzles.
• Exercise significant autonomy and independence in daily work.
• Directly impact the health and well-being of trees and shrubs.

Who This Role Is For

• Individuals passionate about problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Self-starters who thrive with autonomy and independence.
• Excellent communicators eager to educate clients.
• Those with a strong desire to learn plant identification and equipment operation.
• Candidates who enjoy working outdoors.

What You'll Do

• Inspect plant material and identify health issues.
• Diagnose pest and disease infestations on client properties.
• Select and apply appropriate treatments for trees and shrubs.
• Monitor plant health and prevent future problems.
• Interact with clients and provide educational insights.
• Prepare written diagnostic reports detailing landscape conditions.
• Ensure complete customer satisfaction.

What We're Looking For

• Valid Driver's license to operate service-line vehicles.
• Authorization to work lawfully in the U.S.
• Willingness to complete required trainings to obtain certifications and licenses.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Horticulture, Plant Science, or a related field preferred.