Plant Health Technician

## Plant Health Technician Apply:
IN, Indianapolis:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
R2436##
** Work With The Best
** We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide.  Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects.  

Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network.  The opportunities are endless.
** Job Overview
** The Field Technician will be responsible for improving or maintaining the aesthetics of each client’s property.

** Responsibilities and Duties*
* • Conduct scheduled property inspections to monitor landscape plants and turf for insect, disease, nutritional, and cultural problems.
• Diagnose plant health issues in the field and recommend appropriate IPM treatment strategies.
• Select, mix, calibrate, and apply pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, and fertilizers in accordance with label directions and Indiana state regulations.
• Operate and maintain spray rigs, application equipment, and hand tools; perform daily equipment checks and report mechanical issues.
• Complete diagnostic reports, application records, and service documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to Account Manager in a professional, courteous manner.
• Respond to client questions and concerns.
• Maintain current pesticide applicator licensing and complete required continuing education.
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable EPA, OSHA, and Indiana State Chemist requirements.
• Coordinate with account managers and crew leaders on property conditions and follow-up work.
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* Qualifications:

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* · Valid Indiana driver's license with an insurable driving record.
· Indiana Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, categories 3A and 3B.
· Degree in arboriculture, horticulture, plant science, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on work experience.
· Working knowledge of landscape plant and turf pests, diseases, and cultural disorders common to Indiana.
· Ability to work independently, manage a daily route, and maintain a positive, client-focused attitude.
· Experience with diagnostic or route-management software.  
** Physical Requirements and Work Environment*
* · Work outdoors year-round in varying weather, including heat, cold, and humidity.
· Safely handle and transport pesticides and wear required personal protective equipment.
· Drive a company vehicle between client properties daily.  
** Position Range: $26.00 - $29.00*
* ** The Perks
*** 401(k) plan with company match
* Medical insurance
* Dental insurance
* Vision insurance
* FSA/HSA
* Perk Spot* Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
* Paid time Off
* Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
* Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.
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