Plant Healthcare Technican

Hilton Head Island SC

Description

Position Summary A Plant Health Care Applicator is responsible for administering treatment applications on trees or other vegetation for purpose of insect and/or disease control and enhancement of plant health. This position will also be involved with other aspects of tree care when there is a need. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Perform ornamental and tree treatment applications in accordance with industry best practices and state / product guidelines & policies, assuring quality applications in a timely manner and proactively inspecting the plant material for current and potential pests. Identify and communicate field observations of ornamental and tree insect and disease issues which are to be provided to Sales Arborists targeted towards continuous improvement of the products and service we provide. Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time, including inclement weather, which will involve standing, kneeling, entering and exiting vehicles/equipment. Maintain a daily work truck to be clean, organized & in operational condition on a daily basis. Tools assigned to each truck should be inventoried and in operational condition. Requisite Knowledge, Skills and Abilities One Year of tree care and/or plant health care application services preferred Valid Drivers’ License Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal. Be able to calculate the needed material and tools for each specific application. Climbing in/out/on of work trucks for the purpose of material mixing for application services Lifting or dragging up to 70 lbs. will be required