Lawn Care Technician

TurfNet; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lawn, Plant Health Care Specialist to join their dedicated team. This role involves caring for trees, shrubs, and lawns, diagnosing pest and nutrient issues, and ensuring optimal landscape health. With nearly 30 years in the Green Industry, the company prides itself on delivering exceptional service and maintaining strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Turf Management or equivalent experience, along with a positive attitude and the ability to work independently. Join a supportive environment that values professionalism and offers competitive compensation and great perks.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Company Outings

Paid Vacations

Paid Holidays

Uniforms

Retirement Planning

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Degree in Turf Management or equivalent 5 years experience required.
• Must have appropriate Pesticide Applicator's License(s) for Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Care for trees, ornamental plants, and lawns on client landscapes.
• Monitor, diagnose, and treat insect and disease conditions.

Skills

Pest Diagnosis

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Independent Work

Education

Degree in Turf Management

Equivalent 5 years experience

Tools

Spray and Application Equipment

Rider Spreader

Job description

POSITION: LAWN, PLANT HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST

Landscaping by J. Michael uses the acronym, WIT - Whatever It Takes throughout the company. It is the essence of our commitment to each project and each client to deliver, without excuses, without delays, every single time. It starts with hiring Great People, which produce Great Results!

We have been in the Green Industry for close to 30 years. Our philosophies and good business practices have allowed us to endure the changes in the industry as well as the economy. We are not a large, national corporation seeking to capture regional market share. We are locally owned and seek Green Industry Professionals to perform high quality work and with a strong belief in good business ethics to achieve our Mission Statement.

Our Mission: Exceeding our clients' expectations with our products and services by developing our team through certifications and professionalism.

We are seeking a Lawn, Plant Health Care Specialist.

Responsibilities:

1. The care of trees, ornamental plants and/or lawns on client landscapes.
2. Monitor, diagnose and treat insect, disease, physiological and cultural conditions.
3. Select the most appropriate product or treatment to be utilized for each problem.
4. Complete diagnostic reports, interact with clients in a professional manner, and provide comprehensive, thorough information to create an ideal environment for optimum health of landscapes.
5. Maintain excellent customer relations.
6. Candidates for these roles must have specific experience running spray and application equipment, including rider spreader. This is an applicator position that requires extensive field time diagnosing problems and treating properties - and often involves heavy lifting of hoses/equipment.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

1. Degree in Turf Management, Plant Science, Horticulture, or equivalent 5 years experience.
2. Knowledge of tree & shrub species adapted to temperate zones 4 and 6 and native to Eastern U.S.
3. Ability to diagnose pest, nutrient, or other landscaping issues impacting trees, shrubs and lawns.
4. Understanding of what will occur under specific conditions (i.e. soil conditions, climate).
5. Must be able to work independently and be self-directed.
6. Excellent communication and customer service skills - 80% field and 20% office/sales.
7. Appropriate Pesticide Applicator's License(s) for Massachusetts. Cat. 36 or 37.
8. You must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
9. Exceptional POSITIVE 'CAN DO' attitude!

We offer competitive wage compensation based on experience, health insurance, dental insurance, paid training, company outings, paid vacations, paid holidays, uniforms, retirement planning, tuition reimbursement, drug free workplace, and a positive, enjoyable work environment.

For more information or to set up an interview, please forward us your resume to [e-mail].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

“Beautifying Landscapes Since 1986”

Massachusetts Pesticide License (core) or ability to obtain within 60 days.