At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be your brightest. We’re looking for a Plant Health Care Technician. Can you picture yourself here? This is NOT an entry level position; Candidates must have prior work experience in Plant Health Care pesticide application, while Animal and Pest Spray Tech experience is nice, those are not the licenses needed for this role. (MDARD licenses required: 6; 3A & 3B and Core, Right of Way are Preferred; the PREFERRED Candidate has all of the licenses above as well as Tree Care licenses.) STARTING RATE or MINIMUM Rate of Pay for this role IS $20 PER HOUR AND COULD INCREASE FROM THERE DEPENDENT UPON PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES YOU HOLD. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE: · State Pesticide Licenses: The role may requires state-issued MDARD pesticide licenses 3A, 3B and 6 – Core, Right of Way and Tree Care licenses are PREFEERED AS WELL. · Valid Driver's License: Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license. · Chauffeur’s Endorsement: A chauffeur’s endorsement or chauffeur’s license is necessary. · Previous experience : minimum of 1 year Landscape Pesticide Technician is necessary. · DOT Medical card: preferred Candidate already holds one. If you do not have a DOT Medical Card you MUST be able to pass a Medical exam that includes a drug Test (this is a Federal requirement). Here’s what you’d do: We’re currently seeking a motivated, team-oriented professional to work as a Plant Health Care Technician. This is a challenging year-round position requiring a desire to work outdoors, knowledge of plant I.D., pests and diseases, as well as practical experience in spraying, fertilization and IPM. You will be applying control measures and fertilization applications to trees and shrubs on our commercial maintenance properties. As a PHC you will scout, diagnose, treat sites and provide feedback to your project director on pest populations, disease stresses and plant health. You’d be responsible for:
Applying fertilizers and pesticides to lawns according to schedule, safety procedures, and label instructions
Driving company vehicle to customer locations
Responding on a timely basis to customer requests
Completing required production forms and customer instructions
Performing a daily five-minute, 360 degree inspection of truck and equipment before taking the vehicle out on the road and upon return
Maintaining vehicle and equipment cleanliness, safety, and general maintenance
And while not mandatory, it would be great if you also have:
Ability to become a licensed spray operator
Excellent communication skills, leadership potential and an aptitude to train
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to communicate with and serve multiple clients
Ability to complete paperwork accurately and timely
Dedication to safety
Proficiency in use of landscape equipment
Ability to communicate in English and Spanish a plus
Here’s what to know about working here:
Here at BrightView, we’re as passionate about caring for our clients as we are about caring for each other. Though we’re the nation’s leading landscape company, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment that makes our team members feel at home.
If you’re looking to join a team of talented go-getters who tackle big vision projects other companies could only dream of, you just might have found your match. With our range of services, including landscape design, development, maintenance and enhancements, there’s no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.
Growing Everyday
Like the communities we serve, you are on a constant path of discovery to shape your career and personal development. In addition to best-in-class opportunities and competitive salary, you may be eligible for benefits and perks like:
Paid time off
Health and wellness coverage
401k savings plan
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BrightView is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.