Plant Health Care Technician - Landscaping

chambers av, Eagle CO

Description

Plant Health Care Technician 1 The Company: Ceres Landcare is an established, full-service landscape firm looking for new team members! We work on high altitude, high end, commercial and residential properties. We are in search of enthusiastic employees to join our growing company for the 2021 season and beyond. Experience is preferred; however, we have a solid in-house training program and can train anyone with the right attitude and willingness to learn. This position is best suited for people who are happiest when working outdoors, staying busy, and enjoy physical labor. Servicing Eagle, Summit, Pitkin County Full-service landscape design Construction installation Annual and perennial garden installation Garden, lawn care, & tree maintenance Irrigation services Contact: www.cereslandcare.com/Careers/Career-Opportunities 1040 chambers Ave, Eagle CO. 970-328-6080 Job Location: Eagle County Full Job Description:  Employer: Ceres Landcare, LLC  Location: Gypsum and Breckenridge, CO  Status: Full Time, Seasonal- Spring/Summer/Fall  Salary: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour, depending on experience  Description:  Plant Health Care Technician 1 is achieved having earned a Certified Operator license from the Colorado Dept. of Agriculture. Plant Health Care Technician 1 is responsible for the efficient and appropriate application of pesticides to address plant health care issues as identified by a staff arborist or plant health care coordinator.  Successful candidates must be physically fit and utilize all appropriate safety protective equipment to adhere to the company’s safety policies.      Supervised By: Plant Health Care Operations Supervisor    Essential Job Elements:  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.  Drive specialized PHC trucks.  Practice various PHC treatments such as: fertilization, soil amendments, pest and disease control measures.  Perform deep root injections, watering, and other PHC services.  Utilize environmentally friendly products to perform PHC treatments.  Prepare/mix pesticide sprays and other PHC solutions for treatments.  Assist in scheduling PHC treatments with Operations Supervisor.  Provide diagnostics and recommendations for biotic and abiotic conditions affecting trees and shrubs.  Perform prescribed integrated pest management and fertilization of trees and shrubs using spray, granular and injected products.  Assist tree crews performing tree removals, tree pruning, and stump grinding operations, as needed.  Perform other related duties as assigned.    Equipment, Machine and Tool Use:  Choose and load necessary daily equipment.  Perform daily inspections of equipment and vehicles.  Utilize specialized mechanical instruments such as: an air spade, skid steer, stump grinder, root exploration devices, and root pruners.  Perform basic maintenance of equipment and tools used.  Ensure PHC trucks are prepared, filled, and refueled for each workday.    Safe Work Practices:  Choose and inspect personal protective equipment.  Inspect worksites and identify risks.  Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic.  Participates regularly in all job site safety meetings.    Reporting and Communication:  Prepare and maintain records of pesticide use and monitoring forms, work orders, and equipment maintenance records.  Prepare and post public notices for pesticide applications or PHC treatments.  Provide customers with PHC information when necessary.    Working Conditions:  Ceres Landcare performs services for a wide variety of clients in diverse locations from private gardens and backyards, to public spaces, or remote areas.  Majority of work time is spent in the field operating machinery or hand tools, performing PHC/arboricultural services, clean-up, and being courteous to customers.  Physical fitness and ability to work outside is required, with duty modification during specific seasons throughout the year.  Office work and time needed to complete paperwork and attend meetings/training.  Limited work in wind, rain and snow weather conditions.    Qualifications:  Minimum Education: High School Diploma.  A valid driver’s license and clean MVR.  Education/Training in Arboriculture or PHC an asset.  Ability to wear appropriate PPE.  Valid Colorado Certified Operator pesticide license or equivalent required.  Familiar with Plant I.D. and treatment options an asset.  Proficient at local tree identification (native and ornamental) and tree physiology.  Proficient at diagnosing common biotic and abiotic tree and landscape issues.  Ability to work, travel, and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather when required.  Ability to successfully complete continuing education extension courses and obtain other industry specific licenses and certifications.    Benefits:   Paid holidays after 90 Days  401K plan after 1,000 hours of employment  All PPE safety equipment supplied  Education/Professional development supplied  Company issued cell phone     How to Apply:  Please apply with your resume at www.cereslandcare.com or contact by phone at 970-328-6080.