Lawn Care Specialist

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-round work

Health and dental plans

401K retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Competitive compensation

Inclusive company culture

Job summary

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is seeking a passionate lawn care professional to diagnose lawn health issues and apply treatments using state-of-the-art equipment. You will work with arborists and crews to deliver high-quality care for lawns and trees.

The role offers $18 to $27 per hour, year-round work, health and dental plans, a 401K plan, paid time off, and an inclusive culture. Valid driver’s license is required and EPA/NOFA certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose lawn health and turf conditions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate lawn-care treatments.
• Ensure proper mixing and application procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Two-year turfgrass management degree

Job description

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is a second-generation, family-owned arboriculture firm that has been offering environmentally conscious services in the NY, NJ, and CT tri-state area since 1964. We are a TCIA accredited company that values our employee’s professional aspirations, career development, safety and quality of life.

We are looking for passionate professionals who want to enhance their career! We offer generous compensation, year-round work, paid time off, health and retirement benefits, inclusive company culture and so much more! If you are ready to enjoy going to work every day, come grow with us!

Basic Function

Work with the latest technology and information in treating our customers’ Lawn Care problems. Identify different grass and weed types, as well as indicators of possible lawn health problems. Evaluate, monitor and treat for weed, insect, disease, soil, and cultural conditions. Work closely with arborists, providing critical feedback and recommending the appropriate treatments to lawn care problems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose insect, disease, and cultural/environmental conditions
• Evaluate recommended treatment options
• Ensure proper filling/mixing procedures and material dilution
• Understand and operate state-of-the-art equipment
• Learn/understand insect & disease life cycles, nutrient cycles, plant biology, and soil biology
• Properly apply fertilizers, weed control and other materials to client lawns.
• Perform accurate and timely recordkeeping
• Maintain safe and controlled work environment
• Adhere to company safety, state and local regulations; operate, calibrate and maintain equipment
• Maintain open communication with consulting arborists and clients to provide feedback on lawn care issues
• Work as part of plant health care or tree care crew during slow seasons
• Two year degree in turfgrass management, agronomics, arboriculture, horticulture (or related field), or minimum two years industry/field experience
• Possess appropriate state pesticide technician or applicators license
• Knowledge of common cool season turfgrass types and issues
• Knowledge of local tree and shrub species a plus
• NOFA OLC certification a plus but not required
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

We offer a competitive compensation package, $18 to $27 per hour, including medical and dental plans with employer contribution, 401K retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more!

Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Company, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.