Turf & Plant Health Specialist

Lawn Doctor; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

Lawn Doctor of Savannah & Beaufort County seeks a Turf & Plant Health Specialist to diagnose turf and plant health issues, develop customized treatment plans, and apply professional lawn, tree, and shrub care. The role emphasizes strong customer relationships and outdoor work across residential properties.

You will educate homeowners on best cultural practices, conduct property evaluations, and maintain detailed service records while advancing your expertise in turfgrass and ornamental plant

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly.
• Comfortable working outdoors year‑round.
• Strong problem solving and diagnostic abilities.
• Professional appearance and customer‑focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose lawn, tree, and shrub health issues.
• Identify turfgrass diseases, insect damage, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental stress factors.
• Develop customized treatment recommendations for customers.
• Apply professional lawn, tree, and shrub care treatments.
• Perform fertilization, weed control, insect control, fungicide applications, aeration, and Tree/Shrub services.
• Educate customers on proper cultural practices and long‑term plant health strategies.
• Conduct property evaluations and consultations.
• Build strong customer relationships through regular communication and follow‑up.
• Maintain accurate treatment records and service documentation.
• Assist with training and mentoring team members as your expertise grows.
• Operate equipment and service vehicles safely and professionally.

Skills

Driver's license

Customer service

Physical ability

Outdoor work

Problem solving

Professional appearance

Education

Degree in Turfgrass Management

Job description

Turf & Plant Health Specialist

Build a Career in Professional Turf & Plant Health Management with Lawn Doctor

At Lawn Doctor of Savannah & Beaufort County, we're looking for knowledgeable, motivated professionals who want more than just a lawn care job. We're seeking individuals with education or experience in turfgrass management, horticulture, agronomy, plant sciences, landscaping, or related fields who enjoy diagnosing problems, building customer relationships, and improving outdoor environments.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

This position combines hands‑on field work, plant health diagnostics, customer consultation, and treatment planning. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to homeowners, helping them solve turf, tree, and shrub issues while developing customized treatment recommendations.

Depending on your experience, certifications, education, and industry knowledge, compensation is flexible and may exceed our standard technician pay structure.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Performance bonuses and commission opportunities
• Benefits package available
• Paid training and continuing education
• Career advancement opportunities
• Company vehicle during work hours
• Independent route‑based work environment
• Supportive team culture focused on professional growth
• Opportunity to build expertise in turfgrass and ornamental plant health

What You'll Do

As a Turf & Plant Health Specialist, You Will

• Diagnose lawn, tree, and shrub health issues
• Identify turfgrass diseases, insect damage, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental stress factors
• Develop customized treatment recommendations for customers
• Apply professional lawn, tree, and shrub care treatments
• Perform fertilization, weed control, insect control, fungicide applications, aeration, and Tree/Shrub services
• Educate customers on proper cultural practices and long‑term plant health strategies
• Conduct property evaluations and consultations
• Build strong customer relationships through regular communication and follow‑up
• Maintain accurate treatment records and service documentation
• Assist with training and mentoring team members as your expertise grows
• Operate equipment and service vehicles safely and professionally

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a daily route
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly
• Comfortable working outdoors year‑round
• Strong problem‑solving and diagnostic abilities
• Professional appearance and customer‑focused attitude

Highly Preferred

Preferred Education & Experience

• Degree in Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, Agronomy, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Forestry, or related field

OR

• Equivalent industry experience in:
• Lawn care
• Golf course maintenance
• Sports turf management
• Landscape management
• Arboriculture
• Plant healthcare

Additional Qualifications That Are Highly Valued

• Experience identifying turfgrass diseases and insect activity
• Knowledge of ornamental tree and shrub care
• Familiarity with fertilizer, herbicide, fungicide, and insecticide programs
• State pesticide applicator licensing
• Turfgrass diagnostic experience
• Sales or customer consultation experience

About Lawn Doctor

Lawn Doctor of Savannah & Beaufort County has been helping homeowners achieve healthier lawns and landscapes for over 35 years. We specialize in turf management, tree and shrub care, fertilization, weed control, aeration, soil health, and outdoor pest management.

We're looking for professionals who want to build a career, expand their expertise, and become trusted advisors for our customers.

If you're passionate about plant health, enjoy working outdoors, and want the opportunity to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

Compensation: $850.00 - $1,250.00 per week

Our Franchisees Need People Like You

Here at Lawn Doctor, we have a very simple approach to our work—be safe, have fun, and change the world one lawn at a time. It's the kind of approach that, not surprisingly, has led us to the highest customer satisfaction and retention rates in the industry.

Lawn Doctor locations across the country offer phenomenal employment opportunities. Whether you're an experienced lawn care technician or just starting out on your career path, all you need is a passion for success and a strong work ethic to be a candidate to join your local Lawn Doctor franchise. No matter the task, our independent operators know that every Lawn Doctor employee plays an important role in providing customers with the great results they expect, while making the local community a little happier. Your work will never go unappreciated.

Since each of our franchises is locally owned, you'll get to work for and with people in your area and become part of a close‑knitted Lawn Doctor family. If you enjoy working outdoors, being largely self‑directed with little supervision, and would like a chance to help make the world a greener place, we would love to talk to you.

We appreciate your interest and hope to have you on board a local franchise team as soon as possible.

• All Lawn Doctor locations are independently owned and operated. All positions identified here are positions offered by individual Lawn Doctor franchisees.