What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lawn and Plant Health Care Technician position at RP Marzilli?
Work With The Best
We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.
R.P. Marzilli has been installing and maintaining New England’s finest residential landscapes since 1985. We are seeking landscape professionals who have a passion for Plant Health Care and Turf Care to join our team and deliver outstanding service to our clients.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform applications within our proprietary program that address fertility, weed management, and insect management of turf on client’s properties
Identify and diagnose insect, disease, and cultural issues on turf of client’s properties
Adhere to best Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices
Communicate turf needs on specific properties to Division Manager and/or Account Managers
Routine care and regular calibration of spray truck equipment to ensure accurate applications
Be adept at following EPA labels and correctly mixing spray tanks for necessary applications each day
Enter in detailed notes regarding each application including record of material usage into handheld device
Assist with Plant Health Care applications and/or Tick/Mosquito Control as necessary
Follow a route to efficiently visit multiple properties each day and effectively complete tasks at each property
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
Must possess current MA and RI Pesticide License or ability to obtain them prior to employment
Field experience with comparable position is preferred
Degree relevant to the field (turf management, plant pathology, soil science, etc) is preferred
Willingness to work in all types of weather (heat, rain, cold)
Willingness to work some Saturdays as workload and weather during busiest times of year may dictate
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to stay motivated and work efficiently, often as a one-person crew
A strong passion for and dedication to enhancing the quality of the turf, plants, and shrubs on the properties we take care of
The Perks
401(k) plan with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
FSA/HSA
PerkSpot
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Paid time Off
Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
Pay Transparency
Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity.
Position Range:
$20/HR - $27/HR
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $20 - $27
