Plant Health Care Technician | Milford, OH

Plant Health Care Technician | Milford, OH

Employer: The Davey Tree Expert Company. Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Milford, OH Additional Locations: None Work Site: On Site Req ID: 225716 Position Overview Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties. Job Duties What You’ll Do: - 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 heath quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors. - Drive, use, maintain and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer). Qualifications What We’re Looking For: - 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 **What We Offer: *** - 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 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 C