Seasonal Lawn Care Technician

For over 100 years, Chalet has been shaping and beautifying some of the most distinguished properties on the North Shore. We are proud to have a host of satisfied clients as well as a myriad of national and local awards as a testament to our commitment to exceptional products and services. Join us in our efforts to maintain the highest quality of plant and turf for our residential customers.

Responsibilities:

• Providing top-notch customer service to our customers by meeting their needs and exceeding their expectations.
• Performing applications to our customers’ turf lawn. May assist in applications to shrubs, and/or ornamental trees as needed.
• Applications will consist of both granular and liquid herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, fertilizers, etc.
• Monitor accounts and make applications for all problems related to insects, diseases, or weed infestation.
• Evaluate progress and make future recommendations for control. Keep journals/logs to ensure timely and efficient follow up.
• Mixing chemicals and maintaining accuracy and safety.
• Operate and maintain all equipment including company vehicle, sprayers, and spreaders.
• Actively contribute to achieving performance goals in job quality, efficiency, safety, and customer service.
• We cross-train between Lawn and PHC so technicians can support in either area when needed but they are usually hired to focus on one or the other.
• Support other departments when needed.

Qualifications:

We are looking for a customer-focused, pro-active team player. We will provide training, but are looking for a candidate who possesses the following qualifications:

• Outstanding customer service and time management skills.
• Experience working in the landscape, lawn, or PHC field a plus but not required.
• Illinois Pesticide General Standards license (you can study and sit for the exams after joining our team, license is required within 3 months of hire).
• Mechanically inclined.
• Be able to lift 75 to 100 lbs. and walk for long distance on sloped or uneven grounds.
• PC and iPhone familiarity.
• Have and maintain a current driver’s license with a clean record

Pay & Benefits:

• We have seasonal opportunities based out of our North Chicago, IL (near Waukegan) facility with the schedule being from approximately March 1st - December 15th.
• Working hours are 7am to 5pm Monday - Friday with some Saturdays in the Spring.
• Pay will be based on your experience, skills and abilities.
• If hired, you’ll be eligible for a $1000 signing bonus ($250 paid after 90 days, $750 paid at season end).
• Benefits include sick pay and product discounts.