Commercial Landscape Spray Technician / Lead Technician

Lawrence-Landscape-Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

Health insurance

Job summary

Lawrence Landscape Group is seeking a Commercial Landscape Spray Technician / Lead Technician to care for turf and ornamentals at commercial properties and HOA communities.

The role combines hands-on spray application, independent route management, and leadership of other technicians. A North Carolina pesticide applicator license appropriate for the work is required.

Qualifications

• North Carolina pesticide applicator license required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Experience in commercial spray, turf care, or ornamentals.
• Ability to lead technicians, communicate direction, and ensure accountability.
• Ability to follow product labels, calculate rates, and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Manage an application route; apply herbicides, fertilizers, insecticides, and fungicides to turf and ornamentals.
• Lead, train, and support technicians; coordinate with production manager and monitor safety, quality, productivity.
• Identify weeds, turf stress, pests, and disease; report needs to follow-up.
• Measure areas, calculate rates, mix products, and calibrate spray equipment.
• Operate and maintain ride-on and backpack sprayers and related gear.
• Maintain application records and monitor weather to minimize drift.
• Use PPE and follow safe handling, transport, and storage procedures.

Skills

Pesticide license NC

Driver's license

Spray application

Leadership

Tools

Z-Spray

Aspire field service software

Job description

Join Lawrence Landscape Group as a Commercial Landscape Spray Technician / Lead Technician, caring for turf and ornamentals at commercial properties and HOA communities. This role combines hands‑on spray application, independent route management, and leadership of other technicians. Work with the production manager to coordinate assignments and deliver safe, high‑quality treatments. A current North Carolina pesticide applicator license appropriate for the work is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage an application route and apply herbicides, fertilizers, insecticides, and fungicides to turf and ornamentals according to product labels.
• Lead, train, and support technicians; coordinate assignments with the production manager and monitor safety, quality, and productivity.
• Identify weeds, turf stress, insects, and signs of disease; report treatment and follow‑up needs.
• Measure treatment areas, calculate application rates, mix products, and calibrate spray equipment.
• Operate, clean, and maintain ride‑on sprayers, backpack sprayers, and related equipment.
• Maintain accurate application records, monitor weather conditions, and minimize spray drift.
• Use required personal protective equipment and follow safe product handling, transport, and storage procedures.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina pesticide applicator license appropriate for the work performed.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Experience in commercial spray application, turf care, or ornamental treatments.
• Ability to lead technicians, communicate clear direction, and maintain team accountability.
• Ability to follow product labels and work orders, calculate application rates, and maintain accurate records.
• Dependable attendance, strong time management, and ability to work independently, work outdoors, and perform the physical duties of the position.
• Preferred: crew leadership experience; work on commercial and HOA properties; knowledge of cool‑season and warm‑season turf; experience with Z‑Spray or similar equipment and Aspire or similar field service software.

Compensation

$26–$30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Vacation pay
• Health insurance