What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lawn Application Technician position at Archer Lawn Care, Inc.?
Archer Lawn Care, Inc. is a rapidly expanding maintenance, landscaping, and snow & ice management company currently servicing Saint Joseph, MO and all surrounding communities including Savannah, Cameron, Platte City and Parkville. We are always looking for talented, hard working, self-motivated, career minded, and team oriented individuals to seize a great opportunity and grow with us. We set high goals and expectations and expect the same from our team members. Our employees are our greatest asset and are highly appreciated.
Job description
- Apply liquid or granular lawn care products on commercial & residential properties.
- Core aeration and lawn over-seeding to customer properties.
- Clean-up of property when completing the lawn care application by clearing pavement areas of lawn care products or other debris.
- Accurately record & submit written and digital records of lawn care applications daily.
- Maintain a high level of quality, efficiency and customer service.
- Coordinate products & equipment needed for services.
- Meet with current and prospective customers.
- Clearly communicating with clients about their property and effectively answering questions or directing them to others as needed.
- Cleaning and maintaining equipment.
- Safely drive truck and trailer, maneuvering and backing into tight spots such as driveways.
- Assisting with lawn maintenance & landscaping or snow & ice management as needed, performing as a team player. Other miscellaneous duties may be assigned.
- Promote company and services.
- Must ensure a safe environment for employees, customers, and the general public.
- Full-time, W-2 position.
Desired Skills and Experience
- 1 year experience preferred.
- Ability to acquire a commercial pesticide applicator license.
- Knowledge of turf care and identification of common weeds, insects and turf diseases.
- Broad knowledge of common lawn care products and application methods and procedures.
- Ability to calibrate and apply lawn care products at recommended rates according to product label.
- Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds, and work in various weather conditions.
- Proficient in use of iPhone, iPad, Surface tablet, or will train.
- Self-motivated and a quick learner.
- Possess strong social, organizational and communication skills.
