Lawn Healthcare Technician

Perficut; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training provided

Opportunities for advancement

Certification support for pesticide

Uniforms and equipment provided

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

401(k) with Company match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Perficut in Des Moines, IA seeks a Lawn Healthcare Technician to conduct turf health services for clients. You will apply pesticides safely under supervision, work independently or with a team, and pursue a Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification (3OT) within 45 days of starting.

On-the-job training is provided, with advancement opportunities and support for certification. Perficut offers uniforms, benefits, and a path to professional growth within the team.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to be covered on Company auto insurance.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Acquire Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification (3OT) within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform turf health services for commercial and residential clients.
• Apply pesticides safely and professionally per Production Manager guidance.
• Complete daily tasks with minimal supervision and maintain equipment.
• Communicate effectively with clients and maintain professional vendor/client relationships.
• Work outside regular business hours as needed and meet certification requirements within 45 days.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification 3OT within 45 days

Job description

Position Overview

A Lawn Healthcare Technician is responsible for conducting turf health services for Perficut’s commercial and/or residential clients. Technicians apply pesticides in a safe, professional manner utilizing tools and methods outlined by the Production Manager. Candidates must have a Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification category 3OT or obtain the certification within 45 days of hire and be able to work independently or as part of a team.

• On-the-job training provided
• Opportunities for advancement
• Learn new skills and cross-train with other departments
• Support for getting your pesticide applicator’s commercial certification
• 90-day retention bonus for employees in good standing
• Uniforms and equipment provided
• Paid holidays and PTO package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Performs work with special attention placed on quality standards, adhering to safety program, and delivering the services as outlined by the supervisor.
• Develops competency in operating equipment and tools needed to perform daily tasks.
• Performs the work requested by the Production Manager in the timeframe requested and to the level of professionalism demanded by members of Team Perficut.
• Complete daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Performs light maintenance on equipment needed to perform daily tasks.
• Maintains a professional relationship with business partners (vendors, clients).
• Demonstrates mastery of training programs technician has previously participated in.
• Communicates effectively with clients.
• Works outside regular business hours as needs dictate.
• Achieves any department required certification within 45 days of placement.
• Demonstrates ability to think through the consequences of a decision prior to making it.
• Uses general, in-field technology proficiently.
• Possesses basic math skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Overview

A Lawn Healthcare Technician is responsible for conducting turf health services for Perficut’s commercial and/or residential clients. Technicians apply pesticides in a safe, professional manner utilizing tools and methods outlined by the Production Manager. Candidates must have a Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification category 3OT or obtain the certification within 45 days of hire and be able to work independently or as part of a team.

Benefits

• On-the-job training provided
• Opportunities for advancement
• Learn new skills and cross-train with other departments
• Support for getting your pesticide applicator’s commercial certification
• 90-day retention bonus for employees in good standing
• Uniforms and equipment provided
• Paid holidays and PTO package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program

Day-to-Day Stuff

• Performs work with special attention placed on quality standards, adhering to safety program, and delivering the services as outlined by the supervisor.
• Develops competency in operating equipment and tools needed to perform daily tasks.
• Performs the work requested by the Production Manager in the timeframe requested and to the level of professionalism demanded by members of Team Perficut.
• Complete daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Performs light maintenance on equipment needed to perform daily tasks.
• Maintains a professional relationship with business partners (vendors, clients).
• Demonstrates mastery of training programs technician has previously participated in.
• Communicates effectively with clients.
• Works outside regular business hours as needs dictate.
• Achieves any department required certification within 45 days of placement.
• Demonstrates ability to think through the consequences of a decision prior to making it.
• Uses general, in-field technology proficiently.
• Possesses basic math skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Characteristics Needed to Succeed

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to be covered on Company auto insurance
• High school diploma or GED
• Obtain Commercial Pesticide Applicators Certification 3OT within 45 days of hire

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Lift and carry weights ranging from 25 to 50 pounds with frequency
• Occasional lifting and carrying weights ranging from 51 to 100 pounds.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching and stooping
• Frequent standing
• Occasional operation of equipment
• Occasional sitting, climbing and reaching above shoulder height
• Frequent repetitive hand movements/grasping
• Good vision, corrected to normal
• Good hearing, corrected to normal; or ability to communicate/understand required information and to perform job duties
• Ability to be mobile throughout required work areas

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be expected to work outside in all types of weather conditions; conditions include occasional extreme heat exposure due to natural climate. The noise level in each work environment will vary and could sporadically be loud.

Join Team Perficut Because…

We are the greatest site management company in the universe! Since 1989, Perficut has had an unrivaled passion for details and takes pride in exceeding client expectations. We collaborate as a team to make a significant positive impact with everything we do. Joining Team Perficut means you are supported in every way and can grow a meaningful career instead of just a job. We are committed to your success.

Pre-Employment Lift Test & Drug Screen Required

Proof of employment eligibility is required.

Perficut is an Equal-Opportunity Employer