Pest Control / Fertilization Applicator - Lawn Care Service Technician
$40,560 - $43,680/Yr
Natures Care Orlando - Longwood, FL
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Longwood, FL
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
The Pest Control / Fertilization Applicator position at Natures Care involves providing professional horticultural services to commercial clients by applying fertilizers and pesticides, diagnosing lawn issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and follow-up. The role requires a valid Certified Pest Control Operator's License and emphasizes safety, scheduling, and maintaining equipment and vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Applies fertilizers and pesticides to lawns according to schedule and safety procedures.
- Drives company vehicles to commercial client locations.
- Completes required production forms and customer instructions along with daily service paperwork.
- Helps plan route for scheduled production and ensures route is being followed.
- Assists in sales to current customers through means of contact on route.
- Performs a daily three-minute, 360-degree inspection of truck and equipment before taking the vehicle out on the road and upon return.
- Maintains vehicle and equipment through cleanliness, safety, and refilling gasoline and product.
- Assists in maintaining the cleanliness of the fertilization/pest storage areas and office.
- Manages own schedule and follow-ups from treatments within standard time frames per each chemical application.
- Creates reports for each property visit to turn into clients.
- Follows company protocols and MSDS protocols while handling chemicals to ensure safety.
- Communicates clearly and effectively to teach and train others on chemicals they are handling.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- At least one year of related experience and/or training in pest control and fertilization.
- Valid Certified Pest Control Operating License required.
- Valid Florida driver's license with minimal points.
- Ability to pass a drug test.
- Experience treating landscape chemicals and fertilizers.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in sales is preferred.
- Knowledge of Spanish is a plus.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
