Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

About Us: RTEC Treecare is a trusted provider of professional tree care and plant health services throughout Northern Virginia and the greater DC area. Since 1996, we have focused on sustainable arboriculture, environmental stewardship, and science-based care that helps trees and landscapes thrive.

We are looking for a Junior Plant Health Care Technician to join our team in Falls Church, VA. This is a hands-on entry-level to early-career role for someone interested in plant health care, arboriculture, and environmentally responsible landscape care. If you enjoy working outdoors, are eager to learn, and want to grow your career in tree and plant health, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Perform routine treatments including fertilization, pest management, and disease control under proper supervision

Assist senior PHC Technicians with inspections, applications, advanced treatments, and client service visits

Monitor tree and shrub health and report concerns or treatment needs to senior technicians or management

Apply pesticides, fertilizers, and treatment materials safely according to label instructions and company procedures

Support Integrated Pest Management programs through observation, documentation, and follow-up service tasks

Maintain accurate records of treatments, materials used, and site observations

Operate, clean, and maintain PHC equipment, tools, supplies, and company vehicles

Communicate professionally with clients during service visits as needed

Follow all safety, PPE, pesticide, and compliance procedures in the field

Requirements:

0-2 years of experience in plant health care, arboriculture, lawn care, landscaping, horticulture, environmental work, or a related field

Interest in tree and shrub care, plant health, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices

Willingness to learn plant identification, pest and disease recognition, treatment methods, and safe application procedures

Comfortable working outdoors and performing physical tasks in varying weather conditions

Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to safe work practices

Positive attitude, strong communication skills, and ability to work well as part of a team

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License a plus, but not required

ISA Arborist Certification is a plus, but not required

We Offer:

Competitive pay with opportunities for performance-based increases

Benefits package including health insurance, paid time off & holidays, and Simple IRA after tenured time

Paid training and ongoing professional development opportunities

Support in developing technical skills, licensing, and plant health care knowledge

Career advancement into senior Plant Health Care roles or other arboriculture specialties

A dynamic work environment that values safety, quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement