Plant Health Care Technician | Eden Prairie, MN

About the position

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Plant Health Care Technician to 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 monitor plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application and will be responsible for driving and maintaining equipment.

Responsibilities

• Properly identify and diagnose insects, weeds, fungus conditions, and pest-prone areas.
• Communicate with and educate clients regarding the diagnosis and prescribed pest control and fertilization services.
• Continuously monitor plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application.
• Drive, use, maintain, and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer).

Requirements

• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, or Landscaping.
• Knowledge of Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology, and turf or tree physiology.
• Relevant pesticide 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.
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers.
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.