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Plant Health Care Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Carmel, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
17 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
PHC Technician (Plant Health Care Technician) Summary:
The Plant Health Care (PHC) Technician is responsible for evaluating diagnosing and treating trees and shrubs to promote overall plant health and vitality. This position involves the application of fertilizers pesticides herbicides soil amendments and other treatments while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards. The PHC Technician works closely with customers and operations teams to identify plant health issues and provide effective treatment solutions.
Duties/ Responsibilities
- Inspect and evaluate trees shrubs and landscape plants for signs of disease insects nutrient deficiencies and environmental stress.
- Perform plant health care treatments including fertilization soil injections root collar excavations pest management and disease control applications.
- Mix and apply pesticides herbicides fungicides and fertilizers according to label requirements and company standards.
- Operate spray equipment injection systems skid steers utility vehicles and other equipment associated with PHC services.
- Maintain accurate records of treatments performed products used and customer recommendations.
- Monitor treatment effectiveness and make recommendations for follow-up services.
- Communicate professionally with customers regarding treatment plans plant health concerns and service recommendations.
- Conduct site assessments and identify potential safety hazards before beginning work.
- Maintain equipment tools and vehicles in safe operating condition.
- Follow all company OSHA DOT and environmental regulations.
- Assist with tree care operations and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required pesticide applicator licenses/certifications.
- Basic knowledge of tree and shrub species pests diseases and plant health care practices.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Preferred
- Previous experience in arboriculture landscaping horticulture agriculture or plant health care.
- ISA Certified Arborist certification.
- State pesticide applicator license.
- CDL or ability to obtain one.
- Experience operating spray equipment and application systems.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of tree biology plant health care principles and integrated pest management (IPM).
- Ability to identify common tree and shrub pests diseases and nutrient deficiencies.
- Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to safely handle and apply chemicals in accordance with regulations.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to read and understand product labels SDS sheets and treatment plans.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently stand walk bend kneel stoop and climb throughout the workday.
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally with assistance.
- Work outdoors in various weather conditions including heat cold rain and humidity.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including respirators gloves eye protection and protective clothing.
- Ability to operate vehicles spray rigs application equipment and hand tools.
- Ability to traverse uneven terrain slopes and wooded areas safely.
- Ability to perform repetitive movements involving hands arms and shoulders.
Join a team that values safety reliability and professional development. At Townsend Company LLC. and Gunnison Tree Service our employees play a critical role in supporting the nations electric infrastructure through quality vegetation management and right-of-way services. If you enjoy working outdoors take pride in your work and want to be part of a dynamic and growing team we encourage you to apply and build a rewarding career with us.
Required Experience:
IC
