JOB DETAILS

Lawncare Applicator | Houston, TX

Additional Locations: none

Primary Locations: TX, Houston, 11721 North Garden, 77071

Requisition ID: 199372

Position Overview

Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties.

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
Independent self starter
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: Texas Chemical Applicator license

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.

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 need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected].

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

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