Fertilizer & Pest Control Division Manager

About the Role

Pine Lake Companies is seeking an experienced Fertilizer & Pest Control Division Manager to lead and grow our plant health care operations throughout the Greater Tampa Bay area.

This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the division, leading technicians, maintaining service quality and regulatory compliance, and supporting the continued growth of the department.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the Fertilizer & Pest Control Division.

• Supervise, train, schedule, and support technicians.

• Plan and manage service routes to ensure treatments are completed correctly and on schedule.

• Inspect properties and develop treatment programs for turf, shrubs, trees, and ornamental landscapes.

• Diagnose issues involving weeds, insects, diseases, irrigation, and nutrient deficiencies.

• Ensure fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides are mixed, handled, and applied according to label instructions and applicable regulations.

• Monitor service quality, productivity, customer satisfaction, and technician performance.

• Maintain treatment records, chemical logs, licenses, and compliance documentation.

• Manage chemical inventory, equipment, vehicles, purchasing, and storage.

• Resolve service concerns and communicate recommendations to clients and internal teams.

• Support estimating, budgeting, client retention, and division growth.

• Conduct safety meetings and maintain a strong culture of safety and compliance.

• Recruit, onboard, train, and develop technicians as the division grows.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in landscape fertilization, pest control, turf care, or plant health care.

• Previous supervisory or management experience strongly preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of Florida turfgrass, ornamental plants, fertilizers, weeds, insects, and diseases.

• Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

• Florida Certified Pest Control Operator license, Limited Commercial Fertilizer Applicator license, or other applicable licensing strongly preferred.

• Strong leadership, organization, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience managing service routes, chemical inventory, equipment, and regulatory documentation.

• Ability to work outdoors and lift up to 50 pounds when necessary.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience, certifications, and licensing.

• Company vehicle and professional-grade equipment.

• Licensing support and continuing education opportunities.

• Leadership opportunity within a growing division.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Pine Lake Companies is looking for a hands-on leader who can build a strong team, maintain high service standards, and help take our Fertilizer & Pest Control Division to the next level.