Mr. Greenkeeper is hiring an experienced Lawn & Pest Control Spray Technician to grow with our business that’s growing its roots in Orlando. This is a long-term career opportunity for a skilled technician who takes pride in their work and wants to be part of building something lasting.
In this role, you’ll provide expert lawn treatments, pest control solutions, and exceptional customer service to help our clients enjoy lush, pest-free yards. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive pay, steady hours, and the chance to grow into a leadership role as our business expands.
If you’re hardworking, detail-oriented, and ready to grow your career, we’d love to hear from you!
Location: Orlando, FL and surrounding areas
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: up to $1000-$1250 per week
- Paid Training
- Raises available within your first year
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in lawn care, landscaping, pest control, or a related field
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions, especially the Florida heat
- Ability to handle heavy lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to professionally and effectively communicate with customers and answer questions about their lawns and our services
- A growth mindset and interest in taking on more responsibility over time
- Available to work Monday through Friday during daylight hours; our hours can vary based on time of year and weather conditions. We aim for efficiency with our daily routes. This means there could be longer days as well as slow days and days off during the week depending on workload.
- Proof of Green Industry Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) training course completion, or willingness to complete course within the first month of employment
- Able to pass a background check and qualified to work in the U.S.
Job Expectations and Duties:
You’ll be responsible for independently handling a daily route of residential clients, providing the scheduled lawn care and pest control services in that area.
- Apply fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides safely and effectively, following the product label instructions. Using specialized equipment to ensure even application across various lawn sizes.
- Identify and treat weeds, insects, and other pests affecting lawns and landscaping.
- Perform preventative pest control treatments for homes and outdoor spaces.
- Inspect lawns for signs of insect damage, disease or nutrient deficiencies.
- Apply fungicides or corrective treatments as needed to restore lawn health.
- Safely operate and maintain equipment such as sprayers, spreaders, and hoses, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Maintain accurate service records, including treatment logs and customer interactions.
- Communicate with the supervisor, effectively and in a timely manner, regarding any unusual lawn conditions, pest control activity, and follow-up service needs.
- Provide guidance on watering schedules, mowing practices, and other landscaping or lawn maintenance tips, and promote additional services when appropriate.
- You will be expected to report to the business location before the start of each day.
What we offer:
- Company vehicle and equipment provided during work hours
- Competitive pay and performance based raises
- Potential for bonus opportunities by helping the business grow and obtaining new customers
- Paid Training
- 8-10 hour work days
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 7 paid holidays throughout the year
- 401k with company match
Pay: $1,000.00 - $1,250.00 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Application Question(s):
- Where are you currently located? (Please provide city and zip code)
- How many hours do you want to work each week?
- What is your availability each week?
Experience:
- Lawn fertilization and pest control : 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Orlando, FL 32833 (Required)
Work Location: In person
