Lake Maintenance - Field Technician (On the job training)

The Lake Doctors; Sarasota (FL); Presencial; USD 27.552 - 30.307; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Company cell phone

Paid personal time off and holidays

Health and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

Employee referral programs

Resumo da vaga

The Lake Doctors in Sarasota is searching for a full-time Technician to maintain lakes and ponds. Candidates should be motivated and enjoy working independently outdoors. Responsibilities include treating vegetation, water testing, and communicating with clients.

This role requires a high school diploma and a clean driver's license, along with a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication skills. The position offers competitive pay starting at $20.00 per hour with comprehensive benefits.

Qualificações

• Ability to read and interpret herbicide labels and safety rules.
• Comfortable speaking with customers about their lake and pond needs.
• Experience in lawn service or pest control is helpful.

Responsabilidades

• Treating and maintaining lake vegetation and algae.
• Perform water testing and stocking fish.
• Maintain communication with customers.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Motivation

Team player

Formação

High school diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

Personal protection equipment

All-terrain vehicles

Boats

Descrição da vaga

Availability: Immediate - includes on the job training.

Job Type: Full‑time; Schedule: 8‑hour shift, Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Pay: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour, depending on experience, PLUS commissions.

Office: Sarasota.

We are currently seeking technicians that enjoy working independently outside, can communicate well with customers, and take pride in their work. The qualified full‑time Technician will treat and maintain lakes, ponds, and other bodies of water for a variety of customers in the Sarasota area.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Treating and maintaining lake vegetation and algae at established Lake Doctors accounts.
• Other duties include water testing, stocking fish and other pond and lake services.
• Maintain communication with customers such as Homeowners Associations, Management Companies, and Property Owners.
• Present a positive and professional image in the community to help grow The Lake Doctors, Inc. business.
• Maintain customer records within customer service software system – on the job training.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret herbicide labels, operating procedures, and safety rules.
• Possess good time management, organizational and communication skills.
• Highly motivated individual who works well on their own.
• Strong team player.
• Comfortable speaking with the customers to discuss their lake and pond needs.

Education and Experience

• Experience in lawn service or pest control (helpful).
• Mechanical and/or electrical knowledge (helpful).
• High school or equivalent (required). Some college helpful but not essential.

Physical Requirements

• Physical strength and agility to safely and sufficiently operate equipment in outdoor environments, on or near water, in an environment that may include heavy vegetation, uneven terrain, various species of wildlife, and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work outdoors and use equipment such as boats, all‑terrain vehicles, trucks and other assigned equipment or vehicles.
• Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to wear all personal protection equipment needed in various weather conditions.

Restrictions

• A valid, clean driver's license for the operations of various motor vehicles and equipment. Our insurance company must accept you as an insured prior to employment.
• Full Time only.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• We perform background checks, motor vehicle record checks, and drug screening.

Work Location: One location.

Work Remotely: No.

Benefits

• Excellent 90‑day training program with assistance in preparing for the required state test for certification in Aquatics.
• Competitive compensation.
• Company cell phone.
• Paid personal time off and holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits to include medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, short‑term disability, supplemental life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee referral programs to help generate leads.