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The Davey Tree Expert Company
Plant Health Care/Spray Technician | North Royalton Ohio
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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.
$40,991 / year median in Ohio
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Company:
- The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations:
- North Royalton, OH
Additional Locations:
- n/a
Work Site:
- On Site
Req ID:
- 227205
- Position Overview
- The
- CLS Plant Health Care Technician
- is responsible for fertilization, integrated pest management, and weed and fungi controls for trees, shrubs, and lawns on client properties using various equipment including spray and injection tools, while providing excellent customer service; and safely operating vehicles and equipment. This is a seasonal position, depending on the regional location.
- Job Duties
- Apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to client properties using various equipment.
- Measure, mix, and prepare chemical solutions for trees, shrubs, and lawns.
- Follow work order specifications and maintain proper documentation, including pesticide labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Inspect worksites for underground utilities and installations, and set up traffic control and vehicle safety measures.
- Diagnose plant diseases and determine appropriate treatments.
- Operate and maintain sprayer equipment, including loading materials, filling tanks, and ensuring machinery efficiency.
- Adhere to safety regulations, use safety equipment, and safely handle materials.
- Perform site clean-up and maintenance tasks.
- Communicate with clients about diagnoses and treatments.
- Keep daily application records and time reports.
- Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age to work in the field.
- Must be at least 21 years of age to operate equipment as a Department of Transportation (DOT) certified driver for specific vehicles or equipment.
- Valid Driver's License. Class B CDL valuable, but not required.
- Successful completion in the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Technician training program as a plant heath care technician or the ability to obtain qualification within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to complete required safety courses.
- Applicator licenses acquired as necessary per state requirements.
- Ability to operate mobile power equipment.
- Additional Information
- What We Offer [Benefits]:
- We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.
- Group health plans
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 401k with up to a 4% company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan:
Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount- Holidays and paid time off
- Payroll savings plan
- Charitable matching gift program
- Employee referral bonus program
- Employee Educational Scholarship
- Davey Family Scholarship
- 20% discount on all Davey services
- Cell phone discounts
- Vehicle purchase discount program
- Plus, so much more!
- All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
- Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.
- Company Overview
- Divisional Overview
- The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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
- Recruiting@davey.com .
Employment Type:
- Permanent
Job Type:
- Full Time
Travel Expectations:
- Up to 25%