Operations Manager

Now Hiring Lawn Care Commercial Pesticide Applicator

Description:

Premier Property Maintenance is in search of a dedicated lawn care applicator to join our team. While a licensed applicator would be advantageous, we are open to training the right candidate. Your primary responsibilities will include fertilizing lawns, weed control, pest treatment, mosquito control, lawn aeration, overseeding, ornamental plant care, and various other tasks. Our applicators serve as ambassadors for our company, requiring excellent customer service skills and the ability to address customer inquiries effectively. This role involves physical labor, necessitating a brisk walking pace, operation of equipment such as spreaders (Z Spray), and lifting and transporting bags weighing up to 50 pounds. We provide comprehensive training alongside our experienced and supportive team.

Off season work includes equipment cleaning, painting, and maintenance, snowplowing and salting.

Key Skills:

• Attentiveness to detail
• Strong customer service orientation
• Effective time management
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently in the field
• Clear and efficient communication with both office staff and customers

Experience:

• Prior experience with fertilizer, weed control, or pesticides is preferred but not mandatory. Training will be provided for suitable candidates.

Requirements:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply.
• Willingness to study for and pass state certification exams. Initial exam fees are covered by the company.
• Valid MDARD certified commercial pesticide applicators license with CORE, 3A, 3B, 6, and 7F required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record is essential. Our insurance policy mandates this requirement.
• Commitment to daily work attendance and delivering top-notch service to our customers.
• Capability to lift and carry 50-pound bags and equipment, as well as push spreaders or manage hoses over extensive lawn areas.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in varying weather conditions.
• Compliance with state regulations regarding chemical handling and protective gear, which will be provided by the company.
• A genuine enjoyment of outdoor work and interacting with customers.

About Premier:

Premier Property Maintenance is a local family owned company that has been servicing central Michigan since 2002. Premier provides professional lawn maintenance and landscaping among many other services for the Central Michigan area. We offer ample opportunities for career advancement to motivated individuals. Our company values dedication to customer satisfaction and fosters a supportive and adaptable work environment. Join our team of passionate individuals committed to excellence in lawn care!

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Typical end time:

• 5PM

Typical start time:

• 8AM

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Lawn Care Pesticide Technician: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Pesticide Applicator’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $22