Timberline Landscaping LLC

Plant Health Care Technician (Tree care)

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

$41,600-$58,240

About This Job

Front Range Arborists, a division of Timberline Landscaping, is an award-winning full-service tree care company serving Colorado Springs and the surrounding areas for more than 30 years. We offer a full range of services from tree pruning, removals, stump grinding, shrub trimming and tree spray applications.

The Plant Health Care Technician is primarily responsible for professional pesticide application service to our clients’ landscapes following our comprehensive plant health care program.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

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Apply fertilizer and pesticides to lawns, trees, and shrubs according to schedule, safety procedures, and label instructions

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Use safe handling practices when handling and applying chemicals

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Properly calibrate equipment to evenly apply product

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Assist in maintenance and upkeep of company equipment

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Complete all required legal and compliance paperwork

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Snow removal and Christmas décor required during the winter season

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Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

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This position is primarily an outdoor job which will require working outside in all temperatures and weather conditions

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Long pants and long-sleeved shirts required due to the nature of spraying chemicals, occasional exposure to dust, grease, noise- PPE provided and company logoed apparel must be worn

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The position requires bending, stooping, reaching, crawling, walking and lifting

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Technician should be comfortable with and have physical and manual dexterity to operate hand tools and small to medium-sized machinery and should be comfortable working with digging equipment/tools

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Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds (must ask for help above 50 lbs.)

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Must have QS or CO certification in pesticide application for Forestry (106) and Ornamental (207) or be willing to obtain (training provided)

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Demonstrate proficiency with products and techniques used to maintain plant health

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Ability to perform basic math calculations when mixing chemicals and calibrating equipment

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Must be able to read and understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

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Must be able to interact with customers in a professional manner

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Must be willing to do things outside of your job description; all team members help and support other departments when necessary

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Must be punctual, responsible, and have a positive, can-do attitude

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Ability to speak, read and write English

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Must pass background check consisting of employment history, personal/professional references, criminal record, and a motor vehicle report

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Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license with a clean driving record

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Bilingual in English and Spanish, highly desirable

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B.S. in Horticulture or equivalent experience

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Position Title: Plant Health Care Technician

Department: Front Range Arborists – a Division of Timberline Landscaping- Plant Health Care

Reports To: Plant Health Care Manager

Supervises: No

Education: High school Diploma or GED preferred

Experience: 1+ year of certified experience

Career Level: Non-manager

Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt

Hours: 40+ hours weekly

Salary: Hourly rate $20 - $28, DOE

Benefits: (Per company eligibility)

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Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

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Life/AD&D Insurance

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Legal & Identity Shield Coverage

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Supplemental Insurance

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Paid Time Off

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Holiday Pay

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401k Investment Plan + Company Match

Plant Health Care Technician (Tree care)

About This Job

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Position Title: Plant Health Care Technician

Reports To: Plant Health Care Manager

Supervises: No

Experience: 1+ year of certified experience

Career Level: Non-manager

Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt

Hours: 40+ hours weekly

Benefits: (Per company eligibility)

•Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

•Life/AD&D Insurance

•Supplemental Insurance

•Paid Time Off

•Holiday Pay

•Profit Sharing

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