Senior Turf Care Technician — Field Leader, Paid Training

Lawn Doctor Inc.; Spanish Fort (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Lawn Doctor of Baldwin and Mobile Counties is hiring an experienced Senior Lawn Care Technician to join our growing team. The role involves managing a daily route, diagnosing turf issues, communicating with customers, and applying treatments safely and accurately.

Responsibilities include applying fertilizers and herbicides, identifying turf problems, servicing residential and commercial properties, and maintaining records and equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional lawn care, turf management, pest control, landscaping, or agricultural application.
• Knowledge of fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, calibration, and application techniques.
• Ability to identify common Gulf Coast turf types, weeds, insects, and diseases.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to work independently and manage a daily route.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in heat and changing weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizers, pre-emergent and post-emergent weed control, insect control, fungicides, and specialty lawn treatments.
• Identify weeds, insects, diseases, irrigation issues, and cultural problems.
• Service residential and commercial properties efficiently and professionally.
• Communicate treatment details, lawn conditions, and recommendations to customers.
• Complete accurate service records and required Department of Agriculture documentation.
• Safely operate and maintain company vehicles, spreaders, sprayers, and application equipment.
• Maintain daily product inventory and keep vehicles and equipment clean and organized.
• Perform aeration, liquid aeration, and other specialty services.
• Recommend additional services when appropriate.

Skills

Lawn care experience

Customer service

Problem solving

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Route management

Education

Alabama OTPS certification / pesticide applicator credentials

Job description

Lawn Doctor of Baldwin and Mobile Counties is hiring an experienced Senior Lawn Care Technician to join our growing team. The role involves managing a daily route, diagnosing turf issues, communicating with customers, and applying treatments safely and accurately.

Responsibilities include applying fertilizers and herbicides, identifying turf problems, servicing residential and commercial properties, and maintaining records and equipment.