Job Details
R.P. Marzilli has been installing and maintaining New England's finest residential landscapes since 1985. We are seeking landscape professionals who have a passion for plant health care to join our team and deliver outstanding service to our clients.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Diagnose insect, disease, and fertility issues on a wide variety of trees and shrubs
- Perform applications to improve and maintain the health of plant material using both pesticides and organic materials
- Adhere to best Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices
- Communicate needs of trees and shrubs on specific properties to Division Manager and/or Account Managers
- Routine care and regular calibration of spray truck equipment to ensure accurate applications
- Be adept at following EPA labels and correctly mixing spray tanks for necessary applications each day
- Enter in detailed notes regarding each application including record of material usage into handheld device
- Assist with ornamental tree pruning when needed
- Follow a route to efficiently visit multiple properties each day and effectively complete tasks at each property
JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Must possess valid Driver's License with clean driving record
- Must possess current MA and RI Pesticide Licenses or ability to obtain them prior to employment
- Field experience with comparable position is much preferred
- Degree relevant to the field (plant pathology, arboriculture, etc.) is preferred
- Willingness to work in all types of weather (heat, rain, cold)
- Willingness to work some Saturdays as workload and weather during busiest times of year may dictate
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to stay motivated and work efficiently, often as a one-person crew
- A strong passion for and dedication to enhancing the quality of the plant material on the properties we maintain
COMPENSATION & BENEFIT PACKAGE: - $25- $35/hour (rate is dependent on experience and qualifications)
- Full-time year-round employment for the right candidate
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
- 100% Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan with Company match
- Annual Profit-Sharing bonus potential (dependent on both company and individual performance)
- Regular opportunities for education and development relevant to our industry, paid for by the company
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed