Plant Health Care Technician - Blaine

Now Hiring for the 2025 Summer Season! *Valuable learning experience for individuals passionate about arboriculture, forestry, or environmental science. *Great opportunity to build your resume with hands-on experience in plant health care!

As a Plant Health Care Technician, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the health and vitality of trees through various treatments and maintenance services. You will diagnose and mitigate common tree diseases and pest infestations, apply fertilizers and treatments, assist with general tree care operations, and more.

Primary responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Apply insect and disease control treatments, fertilizers, and other plant health care solutions.

• Monitor tree health and assess environmental stressors, nutrient deficiencies, and pest infestations.

• Electronically record treated trees and maintain accurate records of applications.

• Communicate professionally with homeowners and clients about tree health and care recommendations.

• Properly set up and maintain work zones to ensure safety for the crew and the public.

• Load, unload, and transport equipment and materials to job sites.

• Conduct routine maintenance on tree care equipment to ensure optimal working condition.

• Participate in team meetings, pre-job briefings, and company training sessions.

• Adhere to industry best practices, including ANSI Z133 safety standards.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Perform other duties as required or assigned including assisting crew members with tree pruning & trimming, site cleanup and debris removal, dragging brush and chipping, equipment care and maintenance, and more. Changes in this job responsibilities may occur at any time.

Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A valid drivers license and clean driving record is required.

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English to ensure safety of self and crew.

• Must be teachable, trainable, and willing to give and receive feedback and work direction.

• MN Commercial Pesticide Applicator License Categories A, E, and J or ability to obtain license within 3 weeks of hire required (assistance with study materials and cost of testing provided).

Physical Requirements:

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, heat, cold, and snow.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.

• Must be able to bend, reach, stoop, stand, and walk for extended periods.

• Comfortable working around chemicals, tools, and heavy machinery.

• Ability to enter and exit vehicles multiple times per day.

• Exposure to dust, pollen, insects (including bees), and noxious plants such as poison ivy.

• Must be able to wear and use necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Ability to communicate professionally, both verbal and in writing, with the general public, customers, and fellow employees.

• Must be able to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information in English.

• Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment within DOT, OSHA, ANSI, and manufacturer regulations.

Job Details:

• Full-time/Part-time

• Seasonal (Plant health care is inherently seasonal work. Exact start and end dates are dependent on the timing of spring and the duration of the growing season).

• Pay: $15.00-$23.00 per hour based on experience and licensing

• Expected Hours: 20-50 hours per week dependent on weather and work availability

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience and licensing

• Bonus opportunities

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Overtime opportunities

• On-the-job training

• Referral program

• Experience to fulfill college credits for internships and class requirements

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options available to full-time employees

Who we are:

At Carrs Tree Service, our mission is to provide safe and reliable tree services to our utility, residential, and government clients by combining teamwork, professional arboricultural practices, and an excellent customer experience at competitive prices. Carrs Tree Service strives to be the premier tree service company in the upper Midwest with unmatched values and ethics.

Values:

• Honesty and Integrity

• Safety

• Customer Service

• Reliability

• Hard Work

• Respect and Dignity

Pillars:

• Trust

• Attitude

• Safety

• Communication

All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.