Aeration Specialist
About the role
The Aeration Specialist team are the reason our customers brag about their thick, green, lush lawns. Specialists provide organic, hybrid, integrated, and all-nutrient lawn care services, as well as seeding and aeration services. As subject matter advisers in all things lawn, they use their expertise to perform soil analysis, and control insects, diseases, and unsightly weeds. In this role you will have the opportunity to work outside on beautiful properties in your community, spending extensive field time diagnosing problems and treating properties. You’ll apply your expertise to ensure the health and well-being of each client’s landscape.
Responsibilities
In this position you will be using your specialized training in diagnosing and treating diseases and/or infestations that are occurring on a client’s lawn. You’ll be able to work independently, allowing you to choose the proper product or customized blend application to be utilized in treating various lawn problems. This role will also give you the opportunity to communicate with clients by providing them with comprehensive information about their lawns. You’ll “own” your territory and will be proud of the lawns and properties you care for.
Requirements
- A desire to grow, craves opportunity, loves problem solving and process improvement
- The ability to run various types of equipment, who enjoys heavy lifting in various weather conditions
- A Degree in Turf, Entomology, Plant Sciences, Horticulture, or equivalent experience
- 1-2 years of hands on experience in lawn care maintenance and turf application
- The responsibility and independence to work autonomously
- Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills to understand and meet client needs
- Valid driver's license, CDL a plus
- The appropriate Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator's License(s), or the ability to obtain one
Benefits
- Lots of training and development opportunities, with support for continuing education in the industry
- Work alongside some of the best trained and equipped teams in the industry, with an emphasis on quality and safety
- Collaborative environment, enabling you to connect and collaborate with experts in the field
- Competitive salary and benefits, including health and dental, paid time off, vehicle program, and a matched 401(K)
- Opportunity to advance your knowledge in the field as well as within the company