Plant Healthcare (PHC) Technician

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 

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.

Responsibilities and Duties 

• 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

Job Requirements 

• High school and/or college degree is preferred 

• At least 1+ year(s) of landscape experience 

• Field Technicians must be very skilled with their hands, plus they must know how to operate motorized machines and tools such as electric trimmers as well as a variety of lawnmowers 

• Work quickly and efficiently requires a great deal of discipline and stamina as well as the ability to work well on a team 

• Good attention to detail and constant alertness are necessary for safety reasons and to avoid careless mistakes 

The Perks 

• 401(k) plan with company match  

• Medical insurance  

• Dental insurance  

• Vision insurance  

• FSA/HSA  

• PerkSpot  

• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance  

• Paid time Off  

• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

Pay Transparency 

Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. 

Position Range:

$26.25 - $41.97