Lawn Technician

Modern Pest Services; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lawn Technician who thrives in outdoor environments and enjoys hands-on work. This role involves applying various treatments to lawns, identifying pest issues, and building relationships with customers. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and be comfortable using technology to manage their daily route. If you are passionate about landscaping and ready to take on a dynamic role, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to providing top-notch lawn care services while enjoying the beauty of nature every day.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working outdoors and hands-on tasks.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizers and pesticides on a daily route.
• Identify lawn and pest problems and provide solutions.
• Drive a company vehicle safely and manage service calls.

Skills

Outdoor Work

Hands-on Work

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Education

Valid Florida Driver's License

Tools

Handheld Computerized Equipment

Job description

The Lawn Technician position is to perform service calls, initial services, and fill in for Lawn Specialist routes when they are out. They may also provide overflow coverage of recurring services as deemed necessary by management. These technicians’ days can vary by service area and location daily and require flexible scheduling day by day.

Duties include:

1. Complete the application of fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides on a preset daily route
2. Identify lawn and or pest problems and develop solutions to those problems
3. Establish effective working relationships with a variety of customers, both internal and external
4. Safely drive a company vehicle
5. Use of handheld computerized equipment to manage service calls and documents
6. Provide customers with general information about our various services
7. Conduct service calls as needed
8. Problem solving and/or complaint resolution

Requirements:

1. Must enjoy working outdoors
2. Must enjoy hands on work
3. Ability to safely drive a large, heavy lawn truck
4. No fear of bugs, snakes, rodents, etc.
5. Able to withstand long periods of standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, squatting
6. Be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs
7. Have excellent communication skills
8. Be competent with the use of new technology
9. Be organized and able to manage their own daily route

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

1. Lawn Maintenance Experience
2. Customer Service
3. Written and verbal communication skills
4. Relationship Building
5. Problem Solving

Required Qualifications:

1. At least 21 years of age
2. Have a valid Florida driver's license with minimal moving violations