Lawn Technician

As a Turf Management Associate, Senior, or Master Spray Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining the health and appearance of turfgrass across various landscapes.

This is a phenomenal opportunity to join a rapidly growing company. If you enjoy working outside with a team of kind, passionate and fun individuals, we want to hear from you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete assigned daily route which involves applying fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides to turf areas according to schedule and on properties of varying sizes and types (commercial and residential).
• Assist other technicians in the branch with tank mixing, vehicle inspections, calibrations, record keeping, and route management.
• Operate as the main point of contact within the branch.
• Spray chemicals and push a fertilizer spreader to maintain healthy lawns for our customers.
• Monitor turfgrass health and identify signs of stress, disease, or pest infestation, reporting findings to supervisors and recommending appropriate treatment strategies to meet and exceed customers’ needs.
• Complete tasks within multiple job functions including aerations crews, general office administration, tree/shrub, top dressing, etc.
• Complete vehicle inspections to comply with safety program and works to maintain a professional, safe, clean vehicle. Additionally, ensure that all spraying equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and operated safely to achieve effective application and prevent equipment malfunction.
• Operate as an effective team member and possibly train other technicians.

Required Experience, Traits and Skills

• Background in Turf Management or Spray Technician
• Strong work ethic and positive mindset
• Self-starter with good follow through
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Anticipates problems and uses available equipment and materials to meet customer needs
• Valid Driver’s License Required – License background check required
• E-Verify (I-9) required
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must have access to cell phone
• Must be able to withstand cold and hot temperatures, as this is an outdoor position

Yardsy Core Values

Grow Together

Spontaneous Connections

Believe Fiercely

All in!

Leave it Better

Physical Demands:

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Occasionally

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Occasionally

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Constantly

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more

Never

Physical Activities and Environmental Conditions:

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, poles and the like.

Occasionally

Low Temperatures

Occasionally

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

Occasionally

High Temperatures

Occasionally

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

Occasionally

Outdoor elements such a precipitation and wind

Constantly

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from 1 worksite to another.

Constantly

Noisy environments

Occasionally

Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.

Constantly

Hazardous conditions

Never

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Constantly

Poor ventilation

Never

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Constantly

Small and/or enclosed spaces

Never

Operating machinery and/or power tools.

Constantly

No adverse environmental conditions expected

Occasionally

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

Constantly

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Occasionally

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)