Plant Health Care Technician | Chicago, IL

Position Overview

The Plant Health Care Technician at The Davey Tree Expert Company is responsible for performing fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs, and lawns. This role involves diagnosing plant health issues, educating clients on pest control and fertilization services, and monitoring the effectiveness of treatments. The technician will operate and maintain equipment necessary for these tasks, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Properly identify and diagnose insects, weeds, fungus conditions, and pest-prone areas.
• Communicate with and educate clients regarding diagnoses and prescribed pest control and fertilization services.
• 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).

Required Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• 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 Qualifications

• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, or Landscaping.
• Knowledge of Turf, Weed, Tree and Shrub identification, Pathology, and turf or tree physiology.
• Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• Job-Specific Equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program