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The Davey Tree Expert Company

Lawn and Plant Healthcare Technician

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What they do

A Lawn Care or Pesticide Technician provides lawn care that includes the application of chemicals to control weeds, insects or diseases. Works for lawn care companies that specialize in chemical treatments. Provides services for residential lawns or the grounds at a building or office park.

$38,344 / year median in Georgia

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description Lawn and Plant Healthcare Technician Company:
The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations:
Atlanta, GA Additional Locations:
NA Work Site:
On Site Req ID:

226078 Position 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 partnership, 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 Healthcare Technician to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

What We Offer:

Paid Time off and paid holidays

Hourly pay starting at $20.00 - $24.00 based on experience

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

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.

Perform the prescribed fertilization and integrated pest management on tree 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.

What We're Looking For:

Love of the outdoors

Preferred:

Background in Horticulture or Landscaping

Preferred:

Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID knowledge

Strongly Preferred:

Category 3 certification 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

Required:

Valid driver's license

Preferred:

Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Divisional Overview 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. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there's a place for you at Davey.

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. If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at

Employment Type:
Permanent Job Type:
Full Time Travel Expectations:

Up to 25%

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Employee Stock Options (ESOs)