Lawn Care Technician

Description:

Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity? Do you enjoy working outside? Can you thrive in an environment where you get to work on your own, but also have the support of a team behind you? If so, look no further...

Who We Are:

Lawn Squad of Chicago's North Shore is a high-growth locally owned and operated lawn care company serving the north and north west suburbs of Chicago. Our Lawn Technicians specialize in numerous facets of lawncare including fertilization, weed and pest control, and aeration and seeding. At Lawn Squad, we take pride in helping properties look and feel their best. Our team strives to deliver results that keep lawns healthy and safe throughout every season. We make it a point to treat our customers’ properties like our own and ensure that the end result not only meets but exceeds their expectations.

Lawn Technician Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are NOT limited to:

• Serving a territory of residential and commercial customers
• Providing professional lawn care with a focus on excellent customer service
• Proper application techniques and compliance with State Department of Agriculture standards, rules, and regulations
• Completion of required paperwork
• Loading assigned vehicle
• Maintaining a clean vehicle and equipment

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must be willing to work Monday through Friday, and some Saturdays
• Have valid state driver’s license with less than 4 points
• Be able to drive a truck/van and a pull-behind trailer
• Be willing to work in a variety of weather conditions
• Able to lift 50 lbs. or more comfortable
• Active Illinois pesticide applicator or operator license

Desired Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Able to work in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment
• Basic computer knowledge
• Good communication skills
• High motivation to learn and succeed
• Must be dependable
• Self-motivated
• Goal-oriented

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Ride-On Application Equipment
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing retirement plan

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. This position is very physical. You may be required to lift 50 to 75 lbs. repeatedly during a shift. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of their position. Performance of the duties for this position will require that the employee use riding or walking equipment to treat the customers’ lawns and around their homes. As a Residential Lawn Technician, you will be required to pay attention to your surroundings. All Lawn Squad technicians do their best to NOT cause any damage or harm to a customer’s property. Because we work in an industry that routinely deals with Mother Nature, Residential Lawn Technicians must be willing to work in a variety of weather conditions.

**This job description is in no way to be construed as a commitment-to-hire, a legal contract, nor a guarantee of employment. This job description only details the major duties that the position is responsible for. There may be times when there will be other duties given to the employee. Employment with Lawn Squad is an “at will” relationship.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $19.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Must be willing to work Monday through Friday, and some Saturdays
• Have valid state driver’s license with less than 4 points

License/Certification:

• Illinois pesticide operator or applicator license (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lake Forest, IL 60045 (Required)

Work Location: In person