About this role
Plant Health Care Specialist
What We Offer
- Compensation: up to $23/hr pay based on experience, skill level, and responsibilities
- Benefits: Health and dental insurance, paid time off, 401(k) Savings Plan, and Flexible Spending Plan
- Time Off: Time off to support your work/life balance
- Career Growth & Development: We invest in your success with training, education, and internal growth opportunities
- Team & Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team that works alongside some of the best trained and equipped professionals in the industry - with a focus on learning, growth, quality, and safety
Position Summary
As a Plant Health Care Specialist, you will be responsible for monitoring, diagnosing, and treating tree and shrub health issues within a specific territory. A typical day may include:
• Inspecting plant material and identifying pests, diseases, or other concerns
• Selecting and applying the most appropriate treatments to promote plant health
• Preparing written diagnostic reports and educating clients about their landscape
• Operating spray and application equipment safely and effectively
• Working 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.
About You
You are passionate about plants, eager to learn, and motivated to grow within the field of plant health care. You bring:
• 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 with the ability to operate service-line vehicles
About Lawns Unlimited a Thrive Brand LLC
Thrive was founded with a mission to take our passion for nature and keep this country’s outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Through our comprehensive lawn and tree care, we work hard to make sure our customers have attractive, healthy, and cared-for green spaces to enjoy. Over the last thirty years, we have opened new offices across the country, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us.
We are a values-driven organization built on teamwork, integrity, respect, and a relentless commitment to making a positive impact. When you join us, you’ll find a collaborative, competitive, and caring environment where your contributions matter. As we like to say: When you work here, you thrive here.
Equal Opportunity
Thrive 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.