Lawn Care Technician / Specialist

Lawn Doctor Inc.; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawn Doctor Inc. is seeking a Lawn Care Technician to join their team in Carmel, Indiana. This role requires driving to client properties, treating lawns with environmentally safe products, and clear communication with customers. With competitive pay ranging from $600 to $800 weekly based on experience, this opportunity offers avenues for advancement within a solid company committed to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a valid Indiana Driver's License and a clean driving record.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Experience in lawn care is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicle to clients' properties.
• Identify and treat lawns with high-quality products.
• Communicate lawn issues and services with clients.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Real Green software

Job description

Thanks for taking the time to learn more about us! Here at Lawn Doctor, we have a very simple approach to our work—be safe, have fun, and change the world one lawn at a time. It’s the kind of approach that, not surprisingly, has led us to the highest customer satisfaction and retention rates in the industry. We are committed to excellence and providing the highest level of customer service and results on properties.

Whether you’re an experienced lawn care technician or just starting out on your career path, all you need is a passion for growth and success along with a strong work ethic to be a candidate to join our team. With our aggressive growth, Lawn Doctor of Hamilton County provides real opportunities for advancement within the company.

Lawn Care Technician Responsibilities

• Driving company vehicle from Lawn Doctor office/warehouse to clients' properties (All technicians drive customized Dodge ProMaster3500 vans)
• Identifying various grasses, weeds, diseases and insects then implementing appropriate control solutions
• Treating lawns with high-quality, environmentally sensitive products (i.e. grass seed, fertilizer, herbicides, pesticides, etc.)
• Operating, maintaining and calibrating equipment, tools and machinery (e.g. Lawn Doctor’s patented Turf Tamer Stand-On Applicator)
• Aerating and Power-Seeding lawns (different from mere aeration/over-seeding) with Lawn Doctor’s patented Power Seeder
• Communicating clearly (verbally and written) with clients and office staff about lawn issues and services provided
• Meeting/Exceeding production standards and goals

Lawn Care Technician Job Requirements

• Adherence to the company’s policies and safety standards Maintain a valid Indiana Drivers License with clean driving record and insurability; High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Reliable transportation to work (Offices in Carmel and Westfield)
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions Ability to thrive in team environment yet self-directed when working alone
• Ability to complete required paperwork and reports; Computer skills (proficiency with Real Green software preferred)
• Ability to operate equipment and machinery
• Ability to regularly lift in excess of 50 lbs
• Drug testing and background checks may be required
• Lawn Care Experience is preferred (though not required); Registered Technician Certification is preferred (though not required) and we will pay for the cost of the exam for new technicians

Lawn Care Technician Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience and performance. Our Lawn Care Technicians earn $600-$800/week (equivalent to $15-$20/hour). Base pay starts at $500/week (based on a 40 hour work week) and with production bonuses, customer retention bonuses and sales commissions, motivated technicians have the opportunity to earn significantly more! Our experienced technicians can make over $20/hour ($800 weekly with less than 40 hour work week) without the expectation to work more than 40 hours or any weekends.

We'd love to hear from you if you're interested in finding out more about this career opportunity! And we’re not going to say anything cliché like “Come and grow with us” or “The grass is greener on our side”...definitely not doing that. (But it's true and we really are a solid company offering great opportunities for our team members!). We look forward to hearing from you.