Fertilization Technician

Schill Grounds Management; Loveland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Schill Grounds Management in Loveland, Ohio, is seeking a Fertilization Technician to lead turf fertilization operations, uphold our high safety standards, and contribute to snow removal during winter months.

This role requires applying fertilizers and pesticides to lawns, trees, and shrubs, performing lawn inspections, delivering excellent customer service, and maintaining vehicles and equipment while following company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol test.
• Able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to operate landscaping equipment.
• Knowledge of fertilization and pesticides preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fertilizer and pesticide applications according to schedule.
• Weed control, shrub care, and aeration.
• Use proper application techniques meeting ODA standards.
• Perform service calls and lawn inspections.
• Provide excellent customer service and address issues.
• Maintain safety and care for vehicles and equipment.
• Perform snow removal during winter.
• Follow company policies and perform additional duties.

Skills

Fertilization

Pesticide application

Customer service

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Weather resilience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Schill Grounds Management started as a local landscaping company and has grown into something much more: passion rooted in our values and driven by delivering an extraordinary experience to our teams, clients, and the communities we serve.

We are proud to partner with leaders in their markets, bringing together strong local businesses aligned with values and purpose. With these partners, we have created the Schill Landscape Collective and are now ranked #25 in landscape companies. With over 30 locations, we service customers in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Ontario, Canada.

Come join our team at Schill Grounds Management in Loveland, Ohio!

As a Fertilization Technician, you will lead the turf fertilization operations, upholding our high standards and driving continuous improvement to perform quality work safely. This position will have winter responsibilities with our snow operations team. All employees are expected to carry out the company’s purpose and demonstrate our core values.

As a Fertilization Technician at Schill Grounds Management, you must be able to perform the following essential functions of the job:

• Fertilizer and pesticide application (according to schedule) to lawns, trees, and shrubs.
• Responsible for weed control, shrub care, and aeration.
• Must use proper application techniques and comply with ODA standards, rules, and regulations
• Perform service calls and lawn inspections.
• Provide excellent customer service by handling customer issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Follow all proper safety procedures.
• Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and general maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Perform snow removal in the winter months.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

JOB SKILLS AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

As a Fertilization Technician, you will need to have the following job skills and personal characteristics:

• Availability to work a varied schedule including Saturdays, as needed
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions including wet, rain, snow, or extreme heat or cold
• Basic understanding of mechanical landscape equipment
• Ability to identify plants, preferred
• Knowledge of fertilization and pesticides is preferred

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must Have a Valid driver’s license, with acceptable driving record to meet fleet insurance standards
• Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test
• Must be able to move and/or lift up to 60 pounds consistently
• High school diploma or GED, preferred
• Ability to operate the equipment listed above, in addition to other commonly used landscaping equipment

Why Schill Grounds Management?

We offer a competitive benefits package to protect you and your family, along with professional growth and advancement!

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

WORK CONDITIONS

Employees performing this job should be able and willing to drive or travel locally, if needed. Schedules for this position may vary and may require flexibility to work extended hours. Potential work hours during the snow season include nighttime, weekends, and holidays to participate in snow removal activities. This position will require working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including rain, snow, sun, extreme cold, or heat.