Turf Care Technician

Hoffman Landscapes, Inc.; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time Off

Long-Term Disability & Life

Job summary

Hoffman Landscapes is a local, Top 100 Landscape Company serving residential customers in CT and NY. With a 30-year track record and strong growth, we offer opportunities in a financially strong company committed to expansion.

We are seeking a lawn healthcare professional to conduct IPM inspections, diagnose turf issues, supervise territory, and perform fieldwork in all weather. A pesticide license (or ability to obtain) and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years experience in a lawn healthcare position.
• Junior Operator's Pesticide License preferred, or able to obtain license within 30 days.
• Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Integrated Pest Management (IPM) inspections on residential properties.
• Diagnose turf issues.
• Supervision & managing of territory.
• Understand insect, disease, and cultural tending practices.
• Perform manual labor in all weather conditions during the season.
• Operate/calibrate lawn or ornamental spray equipment.
• Knowledge of mixing pesticides.

Skills

IPM inspections

Diagnose turf issues

Territory supervision

Pesticide practices

Lawn care equipment

Education

Pesticide license (preferred)

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Spray equipment operation

Job description

Work With The Best

We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.

Work With The Best

We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.

Job Description

Hoffman Landscapes is a local, Top 100 Landscape Company that serves residential customers located in Fairfield and Litchfield Counties in CT and Westchester County in NY. With a 30-year track record of 10% plus yearly growth, top-notch customer service and a positive working environment, we offer the excitement and opportunity that can only come from a company that is financially strong and committed to growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Conducting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) inspections on residential properties.
• Diagnose turf issues.
• Supervision & managing of territory.
• Understanding of insect, disease, and cultural tending practices.
• Performing manual labor in all weather conditions during the season
• Ability to operate/calibrate lawn or ornamental spray equipment.
• Knowledge of mixing pesticides

Experience/Education

• 1 - 5 years experience in a lawn healthcare position
• Junior Operator's Pesticide License preferred, or able to obtain license within 30 days.
• Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry is preferred but not required
• Valid CT DEEP Commercial Pesticide Applicators and/or Supervisory License, or the ability to obtain license within 30 days preferred
• Valid NY DEC Commercial Pesticide Applicators License, or the ability to obtain license within 60 days preferred.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

The Perks

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• FSA/HSA
• PerkSpot
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

Pay Transparency

Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity.

Position Range

$25/HR - $30/HR

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.