Pest Control - Lawn Technician

Turner Pest Control; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home company vehicle

Paid training

Paid time off

Eight paid holidays

Health insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Turner Pest Control is seeking a Lawn Technician to help customers keep their lawns healthy, green, and pest-free through outdoor treatments. You will identify issues, apply treatments, monitor conditions, and implement recovery plans, ensuring properties receive attentive care.

We provide paid training, a take-home company vehicle for field positions, paid time off, eight paid holidays, and opportunities for advancement as part of a long-term career in an essential service.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license for at least 3 years with an acceptable driving record.
• Available to work a flexible schedule 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., including some weekends.
• Legal to work in the U.S.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Spend days outdoors helping customers keep lawns healthy, green, and pest-free.
• Identify lawn and pest issues and apply treatments.
• Monitor lawn conditions and implement recovery plans when needed.
• Check on customer properties, spot issues early, and keep customers informed.
• Build trust with customers through follow-through and clear communication.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Reading & writing English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference in the health and well-being of your community? We offer a long-term career opportunity in an essential service with competitive earnings and a fast-paced working environment. Enjoy the freedom to work in the field, help others, receive paid training, and access opportunities for advancement!

People come to pest control from a wide variety of fields: route/delivery drivers, retail, customer service, construction, military veterans, lawncare, warehouse, uniform delivery, restaurants...the list goes on!

The bottom line is, if you're a motivated, hard-working, compassionate person with a positive mindset, we can train you for a new career!

What You'll Get...

We want to help our employees build a great career and a great future. At Turner Pest Control, you'll have access to these great benefits!

Health And Well-being

• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical PPO options
• Delta Dental and Vision
• Prescription drug program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and childcare expenses
• Health Savings Plans (HSA) available with qualified plans

Financial Security

• Competitive hourly compensation
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Life insurance and short-term disability 100% company paid (with options to buy up)
• Long-term disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance options

Work/Life Balance

• Enjoy stable, year-round employment with opportunities for growth
• Paid training
• A take home company vehicle for field positions
• Paid time off and eight paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement

What You'll Do...

As a Lawn Technician you'll spend your days outdoors helping customers keep their lawns healthy, green, and pest-free. You'll identify lawn and pest issues and apply treatments, monitor lawn conditions, and step in with recovery plans when lawns need extra care. Your role will include checking on customer properties, spotting issues early, and making sure each yard gets the attention it needs to thrive. You'll also build trust with customers by keeping them informed and following through on lawn recovery efforts. If you enjoy hands-on work, being outside, and making a visible difference, this could be a great fit for you!

Who You Are...

What does it take to be a successful Lawn Technician at Turner Pest Control? For starters, you'll be enthusiastic and dedicated with a keen eye for detail and love of customer service. You'll also have...

• The ability to safely move about customer locations, ascend/descend stairs and ladders to service out of the way areas, and position yourself to conduct service under/around furniture, equipment, and tight spaces
• The ability to safely move items and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• The ability to work outdoors in all regular seasonal weather conditions
• The flexibility to assist in various service departments within the branch as needed
• Basic math skills to measure and mix product applications accurately
• The ability to operate a variety of hand tools and equipment safely
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes an OSHA compliant respirator in some cases
• Technical proficiency with computers, smart phones, etc.
• Held a valid driver's license for at least 3 years with an acceptable driving record
• The ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English
• Good oral and written communication
• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule (between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.)
• Availability to work some weekends
• High school degree or equivalent

Who We Are...

Turner Pest Control has protected homes and businesses across Florida for over 50 years with expert, eco-friendly pest management solutions. As one of the fastest-growing pest control companies in the state and ranked among the top 100 in the U.S., we take pride in combining innovative services with our strong family values. Our certified specialists provide comprehensive pest, termite, lawn, mosquito, and wildlife management, ensuring year-round protection with no long-term contracts. With flexible scheduling, no-obligation quotes, and a satisfaction guarantee, Turner Pest Control delivers personalized concierge care you can trust to keep our customer's property pest-free year-round.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Turner Pest Control is a Drug-Free Workplace

Salary: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour