What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lawn Technician position at Drake Lawn & Pest Control?
Enjoy a position working outdoors at your own pace that offers the self-gratification many people desire. No experience is necessary as we offer continual training which will enable you to perform at a higher level and earn a generous salary with bonus opportunities. We are looking for team members who possess a positive attitude and the desire to deliver superior customer service.
Our Lawn Technicians maintain the health and aesthetics of residential and commercial turf, trees, and shrubs. Key responsibilities include applying fertilizers, herbicides (weed control) and pesticides (pest control). Technicians must often diagnose turf and shrub issues and work in varied weather conditions.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Knowledge: Understanding of turfgrass types, plant health, and common pests/diseases. (We do all the training here!)
- Physical Stamina: Ability to lift over 50 lbs., work outdoors in, and stand/walk for 8 - 10 hour shifts.
- Technical Aptitude: Ability to use mobile apps for routing, time tracking, and reporting
Requirements include a good driving record and a successful drug and background screening.
We offer the following competitive benefits packages:
Paid Vacation
- After 1 year of employment, vacation days will be earned on a calendar basis and paid an average of your last 6 months daily earnings.
401K Plan:
- After 1 year of employment, employees will be eligible to enroll.
- 100% vested upon enrollment.
- Company matches 4% when employee contributes at least 4%.
After 60 - 90 days of employment full time employees will enjoy the following benefits:
- Paid Holidays which include, July 4th, Labor Day, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day.
- Company Services free at employee's home.
- Health Care
- Company paid life Insurance
- Dental
- Long-term disability
- Short-term disability
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $1,000.00 - $1,250.00 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Orlando, FL 32804 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,000 - $1,250