FAIRWAY LAWNS is Hiring a Lawn Spray - Fertilization Technician Near Port Richey, FL
If you enjoy being outdoors and working independently, join our team at Southern Care Lawn and Pest, a partner of Fairway, and unleash your potential! At Southern Care Lawn and Pest, we're not just about perfectly manicured landscapes; we strive to cultivate a workforce that flourishes.Southern Care Lawn and Pest in New Port Richey, FL is seeking a Lawn Spray/Fertilization Technician who enjoys diagnosing and resolving a variety of turf, weed, and shrub problems to beautify our customers’ property. Our ideal candidate is someone who has a passion for helping customers, understands the importance of using environmentally responsible lawn care treatments, and wants to expand their knowledge in our industry.This position starts at $15.00 - $18.00 an hour depending on experience, plus weekly production commission. Experience is a plus but not required; if you are motivated, hardworking, and willing to learn we will teach you the skills you need to excel in this role. If you have prior experience in Landscaping, Maintenance, Construction, or General Laborer, or if you enjoy working outdoors, we want to hear from you!Why You'll Love Working for Us:
Consistent, year-round pay and employment - Paid weekly!
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
401(K) plan with matching up to 5%
Sales and production bonuses!
Company vehicle and tools
Collaborative team environment
Career growth opportunities
What You'll Do:
Provide unmatched customer service by professionally communicating with the customer about their service.
Make recommendations for continuous improvement in customers’ lawn care needs.
Identify solutions for common and complex lawn care issues and play an active role in the implementation of those solutions.
Use environmentally responsible lawn care products and follow proper application guidelines.
Drive an assigned route using a company vehicle.
Maintain company vehicles including cleanliness, submitting requests for routine maintenance to the fleet department.
Use technology (smartphone, tablet, etc.) to read and follow routes, order specifications, and enter job details.
What We Need from You:
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Department of Agriculture HLT Cat3 Certification, Pesticide License, or ability to pass company-paid exam within 60 days of hire (AR,TN employees only).
Background in lawn care/landscaping or golf course maintenance preferred but not required.
Knowledge of fertilizers, insecticides, and fungicides preferred but not required.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, with or without any accommodation.
Flexibility to work Saturday hours on an as-needed basis to meet production goals.
At Southern Care Lawn and Pest and Fairway, equal talent will always get equal opportunity. Drug Free Workplace.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.