Plant Healthcare (PHC) Technician - Full-time

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH OUR TEAM! Rocky Mountain Custom Landscapes has an opening for a full-time experienced Plant Healthcare (PHC) Technician to work in our Gypsum, CO location.

ABOUT ROCKY MOUNTAIN CUSTOM LANDSCAPE:

Rocky Mountain Custom Landscape is a leading landscaping company serving the picturesque region of the Rocky Mountains. With a passion for transforming outdoor spaces, we specialize in designing, creating, and maintaining breathtaking landscapes that harmonize with the natural beauty of the mountainous terrain.

Compensation: From $21/hr

Responsibilities:

• Properly and safely apply previously prescribed treatments to turf and ornamental tree and shrubs
• Diagnose insects, diseases and cultural issues which effect plant health
• Perform applications on previously diagnosed problems individually and as a team when required
• Select, mix and apply fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, insecticides and fungicides as directed by Supervisor
• Effectively communicate by addressing the customer�s questions or concern, and update customer with the status of the work progress if requested
• Set up signage as necessary to notify clients and public of all applications
• Inspect turf, flower beds, and other areas of woody ornamentals for insect damage or presence, disease in plant material, improper soil nutrient content and other forms of turf damage

Qualifications:

• 1 year work experience applying pesticides commercially or a minimum of 3 years relevant experience

• Knowledge of tree/insect biology and life cycles

• Knowledge of common tree diseases and problems

• Experience with cool season turf care

• Must be fluent in and be able to receive instructions in the English language. Bi-lingual in Spanish is helpful.

• Ability to safely drive a large, non-CDL truck

• Valid Colorado drivers license and clean motor vehicle record

Benefits:

• Accrued PTO

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance

• 401(k) match � company will match your contribution up to 4%.

• $25k in life insurance paid for by RMCL.

• LTD and STD - 50% paid by RMCL.