Licensed Lawn Care Spray Technician (IL) — 4-Day Work Week

Element Turf & Outdoor Solutions; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Signing bonus

Accrued paid time off

Job summary

Element Turf & Outdoor Solutions in Illinois is hiring an Illinois-licensed lawn care spray technician to run a route and apply turf products while delivering high-quality results. The role features a 4-day work week and a $2,000 signing bonus, based on experience.

Typical schedule is Mon–Thu during the season, with potential overtime during peak periods. You will work with customers, complete service notes, and maintain equipment for safe, effective turf care.

Qualifications

• Illinois Pesticide Applicator License required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Able to read/write and communicate in English.
• Reliable transportation to/from the shop.
• Ability to work outdoors in heat/cold and lift 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer, weed control, and pesticide treatments safely and efficiently.
• Run a daily route independently with team support while meeting quality standards.
• Communicate clearly with customers about services, expectations, and results (in person, phone, and written notes).
• Support service estimates and recommend needed turf services.
• Perform turf-related services as needed: aeration, overseeding, seeding, and other turf duties.
• Safely operate and maintain professional equipment and materials.
• Drive company vehicles safely (truck/trailer and/or box truck as assigned).
• Complete required documentation accurately (service notes, product use, safety protocols).

Skills

Customer service

English communication

Reading/Writing English

Safety-conscious

Job description

Licensed Lawn Care Spray Technician (IL) — 4-Day Work Week

$20–$27/hour + $2,000 Signing Bonus (based on experience and license status)

Valid Driver’s License + Clean Driving Record Required

Element Turf & Outdoor Solutions is a fast-growing, locally owned lawn care company serving residential and commercial customers. We’re hiring an experienced Illinois-licensed spray technician who can run a route, communicate professionally with customers, and deliver high-quality turf results.

Why you’ll want this job

• 4-day work week (Mon–Thu) in season
• $20–$27/hour (based on experience)
• $2,000 signing bonus (based on experience, performance, and attendance)
• Season runs late February through December
• Winter work available (Snow Removal, Holiday Lights, shop work)
• Accrued paid time off
• Safety + technical training, and clear growth path (Lead Tech / Route Lead)

Schedule

• Typical in-season hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:30am–5:30pm
• Some overtime may be required during peak season (weather-dependent)

What you’ll do

• Apply fertilizer, weed control, and pesticide treatments safely and efficiently
• Run a daily route independently (with team support) while meeting quality standards
• Communicate clearly with customers about services, expectations, and results (in person, phone, and written notes)
• Support service estimates and recommend needed turf services
• Perform turf-related services as needed: aeration, overseeding, seeding, and other turf duties
• Safely operate and maintain professional equipment and materials
• Drive company vehicles safely (truck/trailer and/or box truck as assigned)
• Complete required documentation accurately (service notes, product use, safety protocols)

Must-have requirements

• Illinois Pesticide Applicator License — required
• Valid driver’s license + clean driving record — required
• Able to read/write and communicate in English (service notes + customer communication)
• Reliable transportation to/from the shop
• Ability to work outdoors in heat/cold and lift 50 lbs regularly

Preferred qualifications

• 2+ years lawn spray / turf application experience
• Customer-facing service experience and solid communication skills
• Comfort working independently and staying organized on a route

Signing bonus

• $2,000 based on experience, performance, and attendance