Lawn Care Technician / Specialist

About the role

Naturescape is seeking a Lawn Care Specialist to deliver outstanding lawn and landscape services for residential and commercial properties. This role is ideal for those looking for a stable, family-owned business where you can be a valued and respected member of a close-knit team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the face of the company in the field, managing a route and transforming landscapes across the service area.
• Perform precision lawn care, including mowing, lawn aeration, tree/shrub care and pruning, and mosquito control.
• Assess lawn health and landscape needs, providing expert advice to customers as a consultant and problem-solver.
• Communicate clearly and kindly with customers, building rapport and ensuring their satisfaction.
• Adapt to seasonal demands, including pivoting to snow removal during winter to keep properties safe and accessible.
• Obtain and maintain state pesticide certifications as a licensed specialist.
• Embrace continuous learning and skill development through paid training and hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Motivated with a strong desire to learn; no prior lawn care or landscape experience required.
• Passion for working outdoors and helping people enhance their properties.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a 200% company match up to 6%, vested immediately.
• Company-paid insurance benefits during any winter unemployment.
• Opportunity to advance to a management role in as little as one year, especially with relocation flexibility.
• Up to 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) plus holidays starting in the first year.
• Paid training; no prior experience required.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance; HRA and HSA; and employee discounts.
• Snow removal and other winter work opportunities available to most specialists.
• Typical annual raises and a military-friendly employer willing to accommodate drill schedules.
• Flexible scheduling options for full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees.

Pay

• Starting wage: $20/hr.
• Expected average: $20/hr – $27/hr.
• Top earners can make an additional $15,000+ per year in performance bonuses alone.
• Weekly bonus potential; most specialists earn a bonus every week.
• Overtime opportunities frequently available.

Schedule

• Typical schedule: 10-hour days, 4 days per week, with variations due to weather and customer needs.
• Work is performed outdoors, with a changing “office” each day across residential and commercial properties.