Plant Health Care Specialist

Position Summary

What We Offer

At SavATree, your success is our priority. Here’s how we invest in you:

Competitive pay based on experience, skill level, and responsibilities. This role is paid $22‑$24/hr.

• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Plan

We invest in your success with training, education, and internal growth opportunities.

Join a supportive team that works alongside some of the best trained and equipped professionals in the industry, focusing on learning, growth, quality, and safety.

• Inspect plant material and identify pests, diseases, or other concerns.
• Select and apply appropriate treatments to promote plant health.
• Prepare written diagnostic reports and educate clients about their landscape.
• Operate spray and application equipment safely and effectively.
• Work independently to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction.

This role is ideal for someone who loves problem‑solving, enjoys working outdoors, and takes pride in protecting and enhancing the natural environment.

• A degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turfgrass—or related experience (preferred).
• The ability to work independently with responsibility and care.
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills to engage with clients effectively.
• Willingness to learn plant/tree identification and safe equipment use.
• Commitment to completing required training and obtaining necessary certifications and licenses.
• Authorization to lawfully work in the U.S.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate service‑line vehicles.

SavATree was founded 45 years ago with a mission to preserve trees threatened by the gypsy moth epidemic. Since then, we’ve grown into a nationwide leader in tree, shrub, and lawn care services. Unlike companies that focus on removal, our work is rooted in preservation and care. We are a values‑driven organization built on teamwork, integrity, respect, and a relentless commitment to making a positive impact.

When you work here, you thrive here.

The physical demands of this role must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing these duties, employees may be required to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.

SavATree is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace. We are committed to creating a diverse environment where all employees feel valued and respected.