Lawn Care Pro & Holiday Light Installer

Taylor's Way; Princeton (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor's Way in Illinois is hiring a Lawn Applicator to manage own lawn care routes from March through October, applying fertilizer, weed control, and pest treatments, while maintaining safety and client relations. In the off-season, top performers may join the Lit Up Taylor's Way holiday lighting crew, earning the same rate and advancing through training, with overtime during peak periods.

Requirements include IDA Commercial Operator license, comfort with heights and ladders, valid IL driver's

Qualifications

• Must hold Illinois Department of Agriculture Commercial Operator license.
• Comfort on a ladder and at height for full shift.
• Basic mechanical or electrical aptitude; wiring is trainable.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Valid IL driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer, weed control, and pest and disease treatments.
• Maintain service truck, handle chemicals safely, and mix solutions per label.
• Explain treatments to clients, answer questions, and provide straight advice.
• Record every service performed and every product used.
• Follow safety protocols, PPE requirements, and state regulations.

Skills

Commercial Operator license (IDA)

Height work comfort

Safety awareness

Reliable attendance

Valid Illinois driver's license

Job description

Taylor's Way in Illinois is hiring a Lawn Applicator to manage own lawn care routes from March through October, applying fertilizer, weed control, and pest treatments, while maintaining safety and client relations. In the off-season, top performers may join the Lit Up Taylor's Way holiday lighting crew, earning the same rate and advancing through training, with overtime during peak periods.

Requirements include IDA Commercial Operator license, comfort with heights and ladders, valid IL driver's