Plant Health Care Technician

Davey Tree • Vancouver, Brit, CA • 1m ago

Additional Locations: N/A

Primary Locations: British Columbia, Vancouver, 1541 West 75th Avenue, V6P 6Z7

Requisition ID: 201569

Position Overview

At Davey, your office is the outdoors. Every day brings a new adventure, and our national footprint provides you the opportunity to see and experience different parts of the country. Clients hire Davey because we are expert professionals, and we only hire candidates who can deliver on that promise every day. You’ll have a chance to do what you love each workday, and your team will have your back. Whether you’re working independently or as part of a crew, you’ll be given the training, resources and flexibility to do your job – and to do it safely, every day. A career with Davey means you’ll be able to take care of your family and responsibilities at home while still getting your daily dose of adventure. The pay rate for this position is $22 to $28 per hour depending on experience and education.

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.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Tree and shrub ID, Pathology, and knowledge of tree physiology is an asset.
1-3 years experience.
Certification as an Arborist or willingness to work towards considered an asset
Strong tree and shrub identification skills.
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
Valid provincial driver’s license.
License to drive a 5 ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.
Commercial Pesticide Applicator License preferred.

Additional Information

Full time. Year-round employment
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Excellent Benefits package, RRSP
Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 1 year of service.
Davey provides ongoing training and careers advancement opportunities.

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].

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