Safely and accurately mix and properly store pesticides
Complete and maintain chemical logs
Perform recommended fertilization and integrated pest management on plants using spray.
Complete diagnostic reports and record results
Learn and understand Colorado native insect & disease life cycles, plant biology, and soil biology
Continuously monitor the pest control and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress
Abide by the federal, state, and local rules and regulations governing the application of pesticides
Plant Health Care Knowledge
Demonstrated knowledge of insect & disease life cycles, plant biology, and soil biology
Exposure and experience working with fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, pesticide
Demonstrated knowledge of Colorado plants, turf, and plant diseases
Complete all necessary annual training
Crew Management
Accurately record time for self and crew(s) using Aspire Crew Mobile daily
Effectively communicate changes in material, design, etc. to crew members
Properly maintain PHC vehicle and inventory
Communicate employee issues to Property Care Production Manager(s) or Garden Manager(s)
Snow Crew
Assist in seasonal snow removal
Reference "Snow Manual" on each property to ensure proper service
Plow, shovel, and apply ice melt in designated areas as assigned
Training and Certifications:
CDA Pesticide Applicators License - QS (Qualified Supervisor) or CO (Certified Operator) (Preferred)
Requirements
2+ years of field experience (Preferred)
Valid driver's license with approval by fleet insurance carrier (Required)
Knowledge in pest/disease identification
Proficient in calibrating spreader/sprayers
Knowledge mixing/handling chemicals and pesticides
Previous experience operating snowplows, truck and trailers, box trucks, and other maintenance equipment
Bilingual (English/Spanish) (Preferred)
Pay Transparency
Position Range:
$50,000 - $65,000 plus bonus
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.
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Benefits
Health insuranceEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonus
Additional Information
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 Summary: Lifescape Colorado is looking to add skilled Plant Health Care (PHC) Technicians to our growing team. The Lifescape Plant Health Care Technician is responsible for upholding the Lifescape Plant Health Care Program, quality control, and other duties. They can work well with others, leads naturally, and takes direction. The Plant Health Care Technician consistently shows a desire to progress and learn.