Plant Health Care Technician (Horticulture)

Full Time

  RP Marzilli

  Medway, Massachusetts, United States

RP Marzilli has been installing and maintaining some of New England's finest residential landscapes since 1985. We are looking for candidates that have a passion for plant health care to join our team and work on these estates as if they were their own.

Responsibilities will include:

  • The care of trees, ornamental plants on clients properties. 
  • Monitor, diagnose and treat insect, disease, physiological and cultural conditions.
  • Select the most appropriate product or treatment to be utilized for each problem.
  • Create treatments plans for individual properties. 
  • Complete diagnostic reports, interact with clients in a professional manner, and provide comprehensive, thorough information to create an ideal environment for optimum health of landscapes.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Degree in Plant Science, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Forestry, Turf, Biology, Plant Pathology or Plant Physiology or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of tree & shrub species adapted to temperate zones 4 and 6 and native to Eastern U.S
  • Ability to diagnose pest, nutrient, or other landscaping issues impacting trees, shrubs and lawns
  • Understanding of what will occur under specific conditions (i.e. soil conditions, climate) 
  • Must be able to work independently and be self-directed
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Appropriate Pesticide Applicator's License(s) 
  • Must have experience running spray and application equipment
  • Must have valid driver's license with a good driving record
  • Must be a professional who is customer service oriented, a team player, and communicates well.

About R.P. Marzilli & Company
The Company works with clients and landscape architects to create award-winning landscape projects which include site development, masonry, architectural stone features, water features, plant and lawn installation, mature tree moving, irrigation, and site amenities. The company has been recognized nationally and locally with several awards for landscape construction. 

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience. Full benefit package includes 401K, paid time off, profit sharing, medical, dental, etc.


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