Plant Health Care (PHC) Technician
Full Time • Falls Church
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
About Us:
Welcome to RTEC, a leader in sustainable arboriculture and environmental stewardship. Since 1996, our mission has been to harmonize human and natural environments. We are not just tree experts; we are passionate advocates for the green world, dedicated to preserving and enhancing urban landscapes.
Welcome to RTEC, a leader in sustainable arboriculture and environmental stewardship. Since 1996, our mission has been to harmonize human and natural environments. We are not just tree experts; we are passionate advocates for the green world, dedicated to preserving and enhancing urban landscapes.
The Opportunity:
As a Plant Health Care (PHC) Technician with RTEC, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining the health of trees and landscapes through environmentally responsible practices. You will:
As a Plant Health Care (PHC) Technician with RTEC, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining the health of trees and landscapes through environmentally responsible practices. You will:
- Perform routine PHC treatments, including fertilization, pest management, and disease control.
- Monitor plant health and report findings to senior technicians or management.
- Assist senior technicians with advanced treatments while developing your skills.
- Maintain PHC equipment, tools, and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Provide professional, friendly communication with clients during service visits as needed.
- Follow all safety guidelines and compliance requirements in the field.
We Offer:
- Competitive pay with opportunities for performance-based increases.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off & 6 holidays, Simple IRA after tenured time.
- Paid training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Career advancement into senior PHC roles or other arboriculture specialties.
- A dynamic work environment that values safety, quality, and sustainability.
Who You Are:
- Interested in plant health care, arboriculture, or related environmental work.
- Comfortable working outdoors and performing physical tasks in varying conditions.
- Strong communicator with a positive attitude and teamwork mindset.
- Detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to safety practices.
- Motivated to learn, grow, and contribute to sustainable tree and plant care.
Compensation: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour
Join RTEC and Turn Your Passion for the Environment into Action
At RTEC, we are proud of:
- Our commitment to good company culture
- Our science-based approach to plant health
- The quality of our award-winning work
- Our growing clientele
- Our impeccable safety record
RTEC’s Core Values
Do the Right Thing, Always
We embrace honesty, even in challenging moments, to honor our commitments and always do what’s right, not what’s easy.
Make It Happen
We own every project from start to finish, hitting goals with focus and grit to create real impact.
Always Improving, Always Growing
At RTEC, we’re always developing—personally and professionally—by learning new skills, investing in the latest technology, and delivering higher quality, every time.
Win Together
We champion the team above all, fostering success by empowering each other. Through seamless collaboration and a collective drive to conquer challenges, we turn obstacles into triumphs, winning together as a force to be reckoned with.
Communicate with Purpose
We speak with clarity and listen with intent—with each other and our clients. Whether in the field or in the office, strong communication builds trust, prevents missteps, and keeps us aligned—because understanding each other is how we move forward together.
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Retirement Benefits
Health Insurance
Holidays and Time Off
Opportunities for advancement within the organization
Recognition and rewards for exceptional performance
Training and career advancement opportunities