Turf Application Specialist

greenview; Dunlap (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

greenview, located in Dunlap, Illinois, is seeking a Turf Application Specialist responsible for the health and appearance of clients' lawns. This role involves applying fertilizers and herbicides, diagnosing turf problems, and building client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in turf care and a clean driving record. Greenview offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in turf care, lawn maintenance, or a related field.
• IL Pesticide Applicators License or willingness to obtain.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Applying fertilizers and herbicides as per guidelines.
• Inspecting lawns, diagnosing issues, and recommending treatments.
• Maintaining accurate records of all applications.

Skills

Turf care experience

Customer service skills

Ability to lift 50–75 lbs

Job description

Green View has been serving Central Illinois since 1955, a family‑owned landscape design, installation, and maintenance company with locations across Peoria, Bloomington, Springfield, Champaign. Three generations of the Hoerr family have built this company on doing great work and treating people right. We take pride in our crews and in the properties we maintain.

Position Overview

As a Turf Application Specialist, you'll be responsible for the health and appearance of our clients' lawns across the Peoria market. You'll apply fertilizers, herbicides, and targeted treatments, diagnose turf problems in the field, and build the kind of client trust that keeps Green View properties looking their best season after season.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities include

• Applying fertilizers, herbicides, and other products to residential and commercial lawns following label and safety guidelines
• Inspecting lawns and diagnosing issues, pests, disease, nutrient deficiency, or environmental stress and recommending appropriate treatment
• Maintaining accurate records of all applications
• Supporting bed maintenance, pruning, and planting as needed
• Seasonal snow and ice removal support
• Working independently on routes and as part of a crew when the job calls for it

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 1 year of experience in turf care, lawn maintenance, or a related field
• IL Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicators License or the willingness to obtain one. We support continuing education and will help you get there.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs routinely and work outdoors in all Central Illinois weather conditions
• Reliable, organized, and takes quality seriously
• Customer‑facing experience is a plus, you'll interact with clients regularly

What Green View Offers

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• All job‑specific equipment and safety gear provided
• Employee referral bonus program
• Company cell phone plan
• Real opportunity to grow, we promote from within

Green View is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate on any protected basis. Specific job responsibilities listed are guidelines and may be expanded at the discretion of Green View management.