Lake Maintenance - Field Technician (On the job training)

The Lake Doctors, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent 90-day training program

Competitive Compensation

Company Cell Phone

Paid Personal Time Off

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee Referral programs

Job summary

The Lake Doctors, Inc. is seeking a full-time Lake Maintenance - Field Technician in Florida. Candidates should enjoy working outdoors and effectively communicate with customers. Responsibilities include treating lake vegetation, performing water testing, and maintaining customer records.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, have experience in lawn service or pest control, and demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills. A valid Florida Driver’s License is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in lawn service or pest control preferred.
• Experience in preservation and wetland maintenance preferred.
• Mechanical and/or electrical knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Treat and maintain lake vegetation and algae.
• Perform water testing and stocking fish.
• Maintain communication with customers.
• Present a professional image in the community.
• Maintain customer records using customer service software.

Skills

Customer communication

Time management

Organization

Independence

Strong teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Equipment operation (boats, ATV, trucks)

Job description

Availability: Immediate

Job Type: Full-time, Schedule: 8-hour shift, Monday – Friday

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour, depending on experience PLUS commissions

Office: Winter Springs, FL

Lake Maintenance - Field Technician sought to join The Lake Doctors, Inc. 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 Aquatic Field Technician will treat and maintain lakes, ponds, and other bodies of water for a variety of customers in Central Florida.

Duties/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.
• Ability to read and interpret herbicide labels, operating procedures, and safety rules.
• Possess good time management, organizational and communication skills.
• Highly motivated individual that 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 (preferred).
• Experience in preservation and wetland maintenance (prefered).
• Mechanical and/or electrical knowledge (preferred).
• 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 Florida 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 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.