PHC Technician

$35 - $38/Yr

Davey Tree - Elmsford, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Elmsford, NY

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Experienced Plant Healthcare Technician will perform fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs, and lawns using spray and injection tools. This role involves identifying and diagnosing insects, weeds, fungus conditions, and pest-prone areas, as well as communicating with clients about the diagnosis and prescribed services. The technician will also monitor pest control and fertilization methods after application and operate truck and sprayer equipment.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform the prescribed fertilization and integrated pest management on trees 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.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.
• Knowledge of Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant pesticide license (able to get it upon hire).
• DOT and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Benefits

• 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.