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Plant Health Care Technician

Lockport, Illinois, United States · On-site

$22/hr–$28/hr

Mid level

Plant Health Care Technician Position: Plant Health Care Technician – Full Time Department: Homer Tree Care, Inc. Job Summary: The Plant Health Care Technician (PHC Tech) is responsible for safe delivery and application …

Skills: Pest Management, Fertilization, Plant Diagnosis, Pesticide Application, Soil Testing

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Project Coordinator

Anderson, Indiana, United States · On-site

Mid level

Project Coordinator- IN Position: Project Coordinator– Full Time Department: Homer Tree Service, Inc. – ANDERSON, IN Job Summary: The Project Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth execution of projects …

Skills: Project Coordination, Quantity Take-offs, Blueprint Reading, Contract Specification Analysis, Bid Execution

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Plant Health Care Technician

Homer Companies

Lockport, Illinois, United States • On-site

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  • $22/hr–$28/hr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree, professional certificate
  • Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
  • Posted 8d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The technician is responsible for the safe delivery and application of plant health care services, including fertilization and integrated pest management. Duties include conducting plant inspections, diagnosing diseases, and implementing treatment plans for trees and shrubs.

Requirements

Candidates should ideally have a degree in Arboriculture, Horticulture, or a related field, and must possess a valid driver's license. A Commercial Pesticide Applicator License is required or must be attainable.

Full job description

Plant Health Care Technician

Position: Plant Health Care Technician – Full Time
 
Department: Homer Tree Care, Inc.
 
Job Summary: The Plant Health Care Technician (PHC Tech) is responsible for safe delivery and application of plant health care services. The PHC Tech performs fertilization and integrated pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools. 
 
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Perform all functions of the pest management program including but not limited to; administration, scheduling, inspections, sampling, treatments, inventory, equipment maintenance, record keeping, and customer relations.
  • Conduct regular inspections on plants for signs of pests, diseases or other factors
  • Identify, diagnose, and treat insects, disease, and other conditions of trees and shrubs using various methods and tools
  • Develop and implement treatment plans for pest control and disease management
  • Administers pesticides, fertilizers and other needs with proficient application skills
  • Ensure that all company policies regarding safety, PPE, labeling, and the storage and handling of pesticide products are adhered to
  • Effectively operate, calibrate, and maintain all PPE, equipment and tools
  • Perform soil testing and analysis to determine appropriate conditions
  • Maintain accurate records of plant health assessments and treatments
  • Maintains consistent communication with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • Works as a member of tree crew, under the crew leader’s supervision during the off season
  • Performs any other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
  • Degree in Arboriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Landscape Management, Plant Science, or a related field, or previous experience in tree care industry preferred
  • Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or able and willing to attain one
  • Clean motor vehicle record and valid driver’s license
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to perform strenuous manual labor and work in all conditions, including both extreme heat and cold temperatures
Benefits:
  • Starting pay is $22-$28/hr
  • Pay is determined by experience, skill, education, and other factors
  • Able to enroll in benefits after 60-day new hire probation period
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan and employer matching (up to a certain amount) and 100% vesting as soon as contributions are made
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays (6)
Homer Companies is a second-generation, family-owned, full-service tree care company that provides unparalleled services throughout the Midwest.  Homer is an EEO Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. A great work atmosphere with top pay!
Please direct all questions regarding the Plant Health Care Technician position to  [email protected]
 

Related keywords

ArboricultureHorticultureForestryLandscape ManagementPlant ScienceCommercial Pesticide Applicator LicenseIntegrated Pest ManagementPPESoil AnalysisTree CarePesticidesFertilizers

About Homer Companies

LinkedInVisit site
Industry
Environmental Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1985
Headquarters
Lockport, IL
LinkedIn followers
649

At Homer Companies, our dedicated and professional team of ISA Certified Arborists and customer service specialists are here to help deliver expert tree service solutions across the Midwest. From our professional land clearing services, including clearing and grubbing, stump grinding, and brush removal to our full-service tree care services, we can take care of it all, and do it right - the first time around. We've been the Midwest's chosen tree and land-clearing company, getting each job done safely and efficiently. With over 200 employees, three operating divisions, and the industry's largest fleet of meticulously maintained state-of-the-art equipment, you can trust us to handle each job with the same professionalism and compassion we've provided for nearly 90 years.

Offices: 14000 S Archer Ave, Lockport, IL 60441, US · 13920 S Archer Ave, Lockport, Illinois 60441, US · 16464 W 143rd St, Lockport, Illinois 60441, US · 16464 W 143rd St, Lockport, Illinois 60441, US

Tree RemovalResidentialCommercialand MunicipalPlant Health Care-Insect and Disease ManagementClient Service and SafetyTree PruningTree SurveyLand ClearingTree Trimming
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About Homer Companies

LinkedInVisit site
Industry
Environmental Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1985
Headquarters
Lockport, IL
LinkedIn followers
649

At Homer Companies, our dedicated and professional team of ISA Certified Arborists and customer service specialists are here to help deliver expert tree service solutions across the Midwest. From our professional land clearing services, including clearing and grubbing, stump grinding, and brush removal to our full-service tree care services, we can take care of it all, and do it right - the first time around. We've been the Midwest's chosen tree and land-clearing company, getting each job done safely and efficiently. With over 200 employees, three operating divisions, and the industry's largest fleet of meticulously maintained state-of-the-art equipment, you can trust us to handle each job with the same professionalism and compassion we've provided for nearly 90 years.

Offices: 14000 S Archer Ave, Lockport, IL 60441, US · 13920 S Archer Ave, Lockport, Illinois 60441, US · 16464 W 143rd St, Lockport, Illinois 60441, US · 16464 W 143rd St, Lockport, Illinois 60441, US

Tree RemovalResidentialCommercialand MunicipalPlant Health Care-Insect and Disease ManagementClient Service and SafetyTree PruningTree SurveyLand ClearingTree Trimming
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