Plant Health Care Technician

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Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada is seeking a full-time Plant Health Care Technician in Vancouver, focusing on fertilization, IPM, and injection treatments for trees and shrubs while educating clients on diagnoses and care. You will identify plant health issues, monitor progress, operate trucks and sprayers, and perform tree care on residential and commercial properties. Ideal candidates have tree and shrub ID, pathology knowledge, a forestry or horticulture background, a valid BC driver's license, and the ability to lift 50 lbs; pesticide applicator license is preferred. Davey offers ongoing training, benefits, RRSP/TFSA, stock purchase after six months, and room to grow. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight horticulture experience, client communication, safety and willingness to learn.

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited  
Locations: Vancouver, British Columbia  
Additional Locations: NA 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 220476 

Position Overview

As a Plant Healthcare Technician your major focus will be on fertilization, treatment and injection of trees and shrubs. Customers and clients will look to you to provide diagnosis and treatment to several of their vegetation needs. You will not only be looked upon to treat but also to educate our clients on what you are doing while you are in the field. 

Job Duties

• Complete application of fertilization and integrated pest management application on trees and shrubs using foliar and injection applications.
• Provide exceptional customer service and educate clients regarding the diagnosis and the prescribed pest control and fertilization service with customers.
• Properly identify trees and shrubs with a strong knowledge of pathology and physiology.
• Properly identify and diagnose insects, fungus conditions, and pest prone areas.
• 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).
• Apply specified treatments to plant material on both residential and commercial properties.
• When not working on plant health care projects, this position will also involve other tree care services, including ground and tree work.

Qualifications

• Pesticide Applicator License preferred.
• Valid provincial driver’s license.
• Tree and shrub ID, Pathology, and knowledge of tree physiology.
• Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.
• Strong tree and shrub identification skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.

Additional Information

• Full time. Year-round employment.
• $22-$28/hour depending on experience and education.
• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Program.
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
• Employee Referral Program and other company perks!
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

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 of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. 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. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email [email protected].