Plant Health Care Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBennett's Walk, Sussex County, Delaware, 19968, United States
About the Team
Thrive was founded with a mission to take our passion for nature and keep this country's outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Over the last thirty years, we have opened new offices across the country, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us. We are a values-driven organization built on teamwork, integrity, respect, and a relentless commitment to making a positive impact.
As a Thrive Brand LLC company, Lawns Unlimited fosters a collaborative, competitive, and caring environment where your contributions matter. We invest in your success with training, education, and internal growth opportunities, ensuring you work alongside some of the best trained and equipped professionals in the industry with a focus on learning, growth, quality, and safety.
About the Role
As a Plant Health Care Specialist, you will be responsible for monitoring, diagnosing, and treating tree and shrub health issues within a specific territory. This role is ideal for someone who loves problem-solving, enjoys working outdoors, and takes pride in protecting and enhancing the natural environment.
In this position, you will operate independently to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. Your day-to-day work involves inspecting plant material to identify pests, diseases, or other concerns, and selecting the most appropriate treatments to promote plant health. You will also prepare written diagnostic reports and educate clients about their landscape while operating spray and application equipment safely and effectively.
Hiring Process
To join our team, you must be authorized to lawfully work in the U.S. and possess a valid driver's license with the ability to operate service-line vehicles. We are committed to your development, requiring a willingness to learn plant and tree identification, safe equipment use, and a commitment to completing required training and obtaining necessary certifications and licenses.
Equal Opportunity
Thrive is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We are committed to creating a diverse environment where all employees feel valued and respected. When you work here, you thrive here.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Bennett's Walk, Sussex County, Delaware, 19968, United States
Delaware
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleInspect plant material and identify pests, diseases, or other concerns
- check_circleSelect and apply appropriate treatments to promote plant health
- check_circleOperate spray and application equipment safely and effectively
- check_circleWork independently to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction
- check_circleMonitor, diagnose, and treat tree and shrub health issues within a specific territory
- check_circlePrepare written diagnostic reports and educate clients about their landscape
Requirements
- verifiedAuthorization to lawfully work in the U.S.
- verifiedValid driver's license
- verifiedDegree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turfgrass, or related experience (preferred)
- verifiedWillingness to obtain necessary certifications and licenses
Nice to Have
A degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turfgrass, or related experience.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth and dental insurancecheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circle401(k) Savings Plancheck_circleFlexible Spending Plan