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The Davey Tree Expert PHC Technician | Tacoma in Kent, Washington
Additional Locations:None Primary Locations:WA, Kent, 8622 S. 222nd St. Bldg C., 98030 Requisition ID:200067 Position Overview Plant Health Care Technician (PHC Tech):Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection toolsby performing the following duties. This is a FT position that requires a valid state drivers license. Pesticide license is preferred but not required. If you do not have a pesticide license or previous spray experience, and are hired, you will be required to complete training, test, and become licensed soon after your start date. This is a must. Basic computer skills and ability to use smart phones is also required. Must be comfortable with basic file organization and paperwork. Compensation Data: $24-$30 per hour DOE Job Duties What You'll Do: Cultivate your career and fertilize your future! 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 with customers. Perform the prescribed fertilization and integrated pest management on tree 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. Qualifications What We're Seeking: Love of the outdoors Preferred: Background in Horticulture or Landscaping Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID knowledge Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books upon hire Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire Valid driver's license Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law Additional Information What We Offer: * 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 *all listed benefits available to eligible employees Company Overview Invest in your future. Join one of the largest Employee Owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. We are currently looking to add a dynamic Plant Healthcare Technician to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day! Divisional Overview 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. TheDavey 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