Lawn Technician I

Rentokil Initial - Crystal River, FL

Part-time - Entry Level

Crystal River, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Lawn Specialist position at Rentokil involves maintaining the professional appearance of lawn care while diagnosing and treating various issues related to turf grass. This role is essential in providing efficient lawn care services to customers, ensuring timely service delivery, and building strong customer relationships through excellent service. The position also emphasizes continuous learning through paid training to enhance knowledge of products and services offered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional appearance of lawn care while providing diagnosis/treatment of insects, disease, weed, and cultural issues associated with turf grass.
• Responsible for the daily operation of lawn care as provided in training to ensure efficient service for customers.
• Follow the daily route as scheduled and ensure timely arrival at each location.
• Apply appropriate products, follow safety procedures, and label instructions.
• Build customer relationships through friendly, helpful, and courteous behavior during service visits.
• Respond to phone and in-person service call requests on a timely basis.
• Become knowledgeable in the array of available products and services through provided, paid training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Possess a valid driver's license and undergo motor vehicle driving record check.
• Successfully meet pre-employment background screen.
• Customer-facing experience preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Comfortable with self-directed working conditions after a training period.

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days & sick days.
• Company-paid holidays & floating holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement benefits for full-time colleagues.
• Training and development programs available.