Plant Health Field Technician – Turf & Pest Care

HeartLand, LLC; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Licensing and training support

Job summary

HeartLand, LLC is hiring a Spray Technician to support turf, tree, and ornamental plant health through professional application of herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides. You will operate spray equipment, assess site needs, and help keep properties looking their best.

Responsibilities include applying treatments with truck-mounted and backpack gear, maintaining records, operating your truck, and communicating professionally with clients while complying with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of lawn or plant health care experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• State pesticide license or willingness to obtain—training provided.
• Ability to lift 50–70 lbs and work outdoors in various weather.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides using truck-mounted and backpack equipment.
• Identify turf weeds, pests, and diseases and prescribe treatments.
• Maintain accurate application records and daily service logs.
• Operate and maintain spray truck and equipment.
• Communicate respectfully with clients and represent the company professionally.
• Follow safety protocols, PPE usage, and DOT/state compliance rules.
• Assist with snow removal or support other divisions in off-season.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Driver's license

State pesticide license or willingness to obtain training

Tools

Spray equipment

Job description

HeartLand, LLC is hiring a Spray Technician to support turf, tree, and ornamental plant health through professional application of herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides. You will operate spray equipment, assess site needs, and help keep properties looking their best.

Responsibilities include applying treatments with truck-mounted and backpack gear, maintaining records, operating your truck, and communicating professionally with clients while complying with safety and regulatory standards.