What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lawn Care Technician - Full Time, Benefits, Career Progression! position at Ziehler Lawn Care?
Description
Schedule: Mon-Fri 6:45 AM to 5 PM, with some flexibility during higher volume season
Join a Team That’s Growing!
Ziehler Lawn Care is growing and looking for motivated Lawn Care Technicians who take pride in their work and enjoy being outdoors. In this role, you’ll deliver professional lawn fertilization, weed control and exterior pest services while serving as a trusted, friendly face to our residential customers. Every visit is an opportunity to deliver our Unmatched Customer Experience.
Since 1999, Ziehler Lawn Care has helped homeowners in Dayton, Cincinnati and Columbus enjoy healthy, vibrant outdoor spaces through fertilization, weed control, pest prevention and aeration & seeding — all guided by our Core Purpose: Make Life More Enjoyable.
We’re Not Just Growing, We’re Winning!
We’re recognized for our people-focused culture:
- Lawn & Landscape Magazine Best Place to Work – 2024 & 2025
- Dayton Business Journal Best Place to Work – 2024 & 2025
- Cincinnati Business Courier Best Place to Work – 2025
What We Offer:
- Consistent daytime schedule
- Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, and Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Retirement planning with company match
- Ongoing training and collaboration
- Employee incentives, commission and discounts
- Career Progression & Professional development opportunities
- A goal-oriented, fun and supportive atmosphere
- Team-building events
Why Ziehler?
We prioritize people, passion, and purpose! We have a solid foundation of growth (24% average annual growth since 2016!), a commitment to quality service and an award-winning culture, Ziehler Lawn Care is a place where team members can build meaningful careers.
What You’ll Do
As a Lawn Care Technician, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional service:
- Provide lawn fertilization, weed control and exterior pest treatments to residential properties
- Drive company vehicles on local routes and safely operate application equipment
- Perform property evaluations and make service recommendations based on lawn conditions
- Communicate clearly and professionally with customers at each visit
- Document service details, property conditions and customer notes using mobile devices
- Identify opportunities for additional services, earning commission on produced work
- Collaborate with Lawn Care Specialists, Sales Specialists and Customer Experience team members
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- Strong communication skills and customer-focused mindset
- Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Team player who collaborates well with others while also working independently
- Successful completion of a criminal background check
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and walk approximately 8–12 miles per day
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, and light rain)
- Saturday availability may be required based on weather conditions
Salary : $41,000 - $55,000