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Why Working for Owen Tree Service Is A Great Career Choice

Brad Dunkin, ISA Certified Arborist | Oct 24, 2026

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Professional Excellence

Founded in 1985, Owen Tree and Lawn Care has established itself as a leader in tree and lawn care in southeast Michigan. The company's commitment to excellence is evident through its groundbreaking achievements, including being the first tree care company nationally to earn Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) Accreditation.


      Owen Tree Service has been a TCIA Accredited tree service since 2004.

Benefits of Employee Ownership

Working at Owen Tree and Lawn Care means more than just a job, it means becoming a company owner. Employee-owned companies like Owen Tree and Lawn Care offer significant advantages:

• Increased job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Higher potential for financial growth
• Opportunities for long-term career development

Career Growth Opportunities

The company's leadership, including Randy Owen, a past chairman of the Tree Care Industry Association, demonstrates a commitment to professional development. Team members can expect:

• Comprehensive training
• Industry-leading certifications
• Potential for leadership roles
• Financial benefits through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan


Lawn fertilization and weed control at a condominium. | Owen Tree and Lawn Care

Service Offerings

Anyone interested in a green-industry career can find something they like at Owen Tree and Lawn Care. We offer a long list of services and career paths including:

• Tree Trimming and Removal
• Stump Grinding
• Lot Clearing
• Plant Health Care services such as tree spraying, trunk injections and tree fertilization
• Lawn Fertilization and Weed Control
• Lawn Aeration
• Mole Control
• Perimeter Pest Control
• Flea, Tick and Mosquito Control
• Landscaping
• Shrub Trimming
• Landscape Mulching
• Invasive Species Control

All of these services are supported by our:

• Office Staff
• ISA Certified Arborists
• General Foremen
• Account Managers
• Fleet Maintenance Mechanics
• Chief Financial Officer
• Chief Operating Officer
• Sales Manager
• Plant Health Care Manager
• Lawn Care Manager


Tree trimming in Flint, Michigan. | David Evans, Owen Tree and Lawn Care

Financial Advantages

Employee ownership translates to tangible financial benefits. Research shows employee-owned companies can:

• Provide higher wages
• Offer larger retirement benefits
• Create more stable employment environments


Crabapple tree spraying for apple scab disease. | Owen Tree and Lawn Care

For professionals passionate about landscape maintenance and seeking a stable, rewarding career, Owen Tree and Lawn Care represents an exceptional opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. If this sounds like where you would like to start, or continue, your green-industry career, drop us a message or give us call at 800-724-6680.

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