Licensed Turf Care Technicians

Great Outdoors; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Outdoors is seeking a Fertilizer Technician in Ann Arbor, MI, to provide exceptional lawn care services. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in pesticide application and be capable of managing turf care tasks. Full-time employees are eligible for health benefits and retirement plans after 90 days and one year of employment, respectively.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance after 90 days

Savings Incentive Match Plan (SIMPLE) IRA after one year

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience in pesticide application services.
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check.
• Advanced knowledge of lawn maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent client service for turf care and snow removal.
• Develop and train new crew members.
• Communicate effectively with team and clients.

Skills

Turf care knowledge

Team management skills

Effective communication

Job description

Each Great Outdoors client is unique and will have different opinions and goals for their property. The Fertilizer Technician will utilize team management skills, turf care knowledge/experience, and creativity when working with clients to achieve a high-quality lawn service that meets the client's expectations.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of related experience in performing and leading most aspects of pesticide application services
• Reliable transportation to Ann Arbor, MI
• Current DOT Medical Card
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
• Speak, write, and read English
• Ability to perform labor and management skills for turf care and snow removal services and work in all weather conditions applicable to these services
• Advanced knowledge of the equipment required to perform lawn maintenance services
• Must pass review by management and a 90-day probationary period

Desired Qualifications:

• Speak Spanish
• 2 years of experience as a Lawn Maintenance Crew Leader

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide excellence in client service for residential and commercial turf care services and snow removal
• Maintain efficiency on daily route and task
• Develop and train new fertilizer crew members
• Communicate effectively with crew members, management, and clients and solve problems as they arise
• Be a member of our snow removal staff in the winter season

$24.00 - $25.00/hour. Experience is a plus and may be compensated above this hourly rate.

All full-time, regular employees are eligible for health, vision, and dental insurance coverage following 90 days of consecutive employment. After one year of employment, all full-time, regular employees are eligible to participate in the Savings Incentive Match Plan (SIMPLE) IRA.

About Us:

Great Outdoors began in 1983, established to address the lawn care service needs of both residential and commercial clients. Founder Michael Kowalski launched his first business at age 17.

We are a full-service lawn care and landscaping company, dedicated to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. We take pride in creating the perfect yard to complement your home.

As industry professionals, we believe in going above and beyond to meet and exceed our clients' needs.