Laboratory Technician
Davey Tree Expert Co, Kent, OH, United States
Company:
The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations:
Kent, OH
Additional Locations:
Davey's SEED Campus
Work Site:
On Site
Req ID:
222021
Position Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a full-time research technician for the 2026 field season. The Davey Tree Expert Company is the North American leader in residential tree care, utility right-of-way management, commercial landscape services, and urban forestry / natural resource consulting with operations throughout the US and Canada. The Davey Institute is responsible for research and development, environmental programs, technical support, and education and training for all of Davey’s North American operations.
Job Duties
Implementation and data collection of research projects
Plot maintenance - including weeding, mulching, mowing, string trimming, etc.
Plant care in field, nursery and greenhouse settings
Tree planting, pruning, watering, pest control, etc.
Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers
Qualifications
Required:
A.S., B.S. or equivalent in horticulture, plant pathology, entomology or related field.
Experience in horticulture, plant and landscape maintenance, or greenhouse production
Ability/willingness to use zero turn mower, string trimmers, irrigation systems and power tools.
Familiarity with study design
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Reliable means to commute to work in Kent, Ohio.
Pesticide applicators license or willingness to obtain one
Experience with performing statistical analysis using R, SAS, or other analytical programs
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Accommodations:
If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Employment Type:
Temporary
Job Type:
Full Time
Travel Expectations:
Up to 25%
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The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations:
Kent, OH
Additional Locations:
Davey's SEED Campus
Work Site:
On Site
Req ID:
222021
Position Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a full-time research technician for the 2026 field season. The Davey Tree Expert Company is the North American leader in residential tree care, utility right-of-way management, commercial landscape services, and urban forestry / natural resource consulting with operations throughout the US and Canada. The Davey Institute is responsible for research and development, environmental programs, technical support, and education and training for all of Davey’s North American operations.
Job Duties
Implementation and data collection of research projects
Plot maintenance - including weeding, mulching, mowing, string trimming, etc.
Plant care in field, nursery and greenhouse settings
Tree planting, pruning, watering, pest control, etc.
Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers
Qualifications
Required:
A.S., B.S. or equivalent in horticulture, plant pathology, entomology or related field.
Experience in horticulture, plant and landscape maintenance, or greenhouse production
Ability/willingness to use zero turn mower, string trimmers, irrigation systems and power tools.
Familiarity with study design
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Reliable means to commute to work in Kent, Ohio.
Pesticide applicators license or willingness to obtain one
Experience with performing statistical analysis using R, SAS, or other analytical programs
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Accommodations:
If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Employment Type:
Temporary
Job Type:
Full Time
Travel Expectations:
Up to 25%
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