What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry-Level Plant Health Care Technician position at Homer Companies?
Entry-Level Plant Health Care Technician
Position: Entry-Level Plant Health Care Technician – Full Time
Position: Entry-Level Plant Health Care Technician – Full Time
Department: Homer Tree Care, Inc.
Job Summary: The Entry-Level PHC Tech is responsible for safe delivery and application of PHC services. PHC Tech performs fertilization and integrated pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Ensures proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE).
- Learns, understands, and adheres to all safety rules and company safety policies
- Understands and demonstrates proficiency with products and techniques used to maintain plant health
- Understands and adheres to label directives on each product use
- Ensures that all company policies regarding the storage and handling of pesticide products are adhered to
- Select, mix and apply fertilizer, herbicides, pesticides, insecticides and fungicides as directed by your supervisor
- Understands and follows directives on all pesticide and fertilizer work orders
- Load/fill spray tanks, gas cans, tools and any necessary equipment
- Demonstrates the proper pesticide application skills
- Applies soil, foliar and trunk infused products
- Demonstrates correct pesticide container disposal techniques
- Maintains consistent communication with supervisors, coworkers and customers
- Follows directions from the crew leader or designated supervisor, arborist representative, or local manager
Qualifications & Skills:
- Clean motor vehicle record
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with Plant Health Diagnostic Skills; Abiotic injury, Construction injury, as well as insects and other animal pests and diseases
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- Effective Communication
- Working conditions sometimes include both high heat and cold temperatures
Homer Companies is a second-generation, family-owned, full-service tree care company that provides unparalleled services throughout the Midwest. We are an EEO Employer that offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit plan that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K retirement plan, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance. Homer Companies also offers vacation and holiday pay. A great work atmosphere with top pay!
Please direct all questions regarding the Entry-Level Plant Health Care Technician position to hr@homertree.com
