Turf & Plant Health Specialist

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Performance bonuses and commission opportunities
• Benefits package available
• Paid training and continuing education
• Career advancement opportunities
• Company vehicle during work hours
• Independent route-based work environment
• Supportive team culture focused on professional growth
• Opportunity to build expertise in turfgrass and ornamental plant health

What You'll Do

• Diagnose lawn, tree, and shrub health issues
• Identify turfgrass diseases, insect damage, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental stress factors
• Develop customized treatment recommendations for customers
• Apply professional lawn, tree, and shrub care treatments
• Perform fertilization, weed control, insect control, fungicide applications, aeration, and Tree/Shrub services
• Educate customers on proper cultural practices and long-term plant health strategies
• Conduct property evaluations and consultations
• Build strong customer relationships through regular communication and follow-up
• Maintain accurate treatment records and service documentation
• Assist with training and mentoring team members as your expertise grows
• Operate equipment and service vehicles safely and professionally

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a daily route
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly
• Comfortable working outdoors year-round
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic abilities
• Professional appearance and customer-focused attitude

Preferred Education & Experience

• Preferred Education & Experience: Degree in Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, Agronomy, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Forestry, or related field OR Equivalent industry experience in: Lawn care, Golf course maintenance, Sports turf management, Landscape management, Arboriculture, Plant healthcare, Pest management

Additional Qualifications That Are Highly Valued

• Experience identifying turfgrass diseases and insect activity
• Knowledge of ornamental tree and shrub care
• Familiarity with fertilizer, herbicide, fungicide, and insecticide programs
• State pesticide applicator licensing
• Turfgrass diagnostic experience
• Sales or customer consultation experience

About Lawn Doctor

Lawn Doctor of Savannah & Beaufort County has been helping homeowners achieve healthier lawns and landscapes for over 35 years. We specialize in turf management, tree and shrub care, fertilization, weed control, aeration, soil health, and outdoor pest management. We're looking for professionals who want to build a career, expand their expertise, and become trusted advisors for our customers.

If you're passionate about plant health, enjoy working outdoors, and want the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. We appreciate your interest and hope to have you on board a local franchise team as soon as possible.

All Lawn Doctor locations are independently owned and operated. All positions identified here are positions offered by individual Lawn Doctor franchisees.