Licensed Lawn Care Sprayer - 4-Day Week + $2k Sign-On (IL)

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

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.