Lawn Care Technician

By Pro Grass Inc, October 15 - Timonium, Maryland

Whether you're ready to enter the workforce, looking for a different career path in the New Year, or are an individual experienced in the lawn landscape field, Pro Grass has an opportunity for you! Great work schedule, family owned business, competitive pay, great benefit package, family culture The Company Pro Grass Lawn Care, Inc. was established in 1979 and is one of the largest independently owned, local lawn service and ornamental shrub care companies in the Baltimore, MD area. We have a great family of employees, many that have been with the company for 5 plus years. · We offer a great work life balance · We provide extensive on-board training for each employee · Up to $2500 sign on bonus based on qualifications The Position Technicians will be able to diagnose many turfgrass problems such as weeds, disease, and insects that may be present in a lawn and treat accordingly. A successful candidate will have the desire for continued learning and seek to obtain certifications through the Maryland Department of Agriculture, if not already certified. Pro Grass Inc. will provide educational opportunities to help candidates achieve certifications. - High School Diploma - Background or Education in turf, plant science or equivalent experience is beneficial - Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass DOT physical - Must have ability to work outside in unpredicted weather conditions - Any and all other duties assigned  

By Scientific Plant Service, September 26 - updated October 10 - Baltimore, Maryland

  Lawn Care Technician Position Description Perform skilled and semi-skilled labor in the various aspects of Lawn Care Maintenance. Directly participate in the maintenance and preparation of client’s lawns, train subordinate staff members in techniques to maintain lawns. Experience, special skills, knowledge, and abilities to maintain lawns at the highest competitive levels are required. Receives general supervision from the Operations Manager. Examples of Important Responsibilities and Duties:  Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Perform lawn care and grounds maintenance including aeration, grading, topdressing, seeding, sodding, trimming, turf care, fertilizing; apply plant protectant materials including insecticides, herbicides, soil conditioners and related materials; follow proper safety precautions.   2. Identify equipment needs for each assigned project; organize work methods and procedures; ensure that the proper materials are available.   3. Operate a variety of specialized equipment utilized in assigned projects including tractors, power and hand tools such as weed eaters and related equipment; assist in training others to use specialized equipment as necessary.   4. Check assigned tools and equipment needed for maintenance and repair; make minor repairs and adjustments; report major repairs to supervisor.   5. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Ability to lift and carry 50-pound bags of materials. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Three years of experience and/or college degree in turf management, horticulture, parks and recreation, or a related field. Training: Equivalent to a high school diploma with additional specialized training or educational training in grounds maintenance, horticulture or a related field. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of valid driver’s license. Ability to obtain state Pest Control Applicator and Professional Fertilizer Applicator certificates. Working and Environmental Conditions:  Exposure to dust and dirt, hazards associated with operating a motor vehicle, various chemicals including fertilizers and pesticides, contagious conditions including poison oak and inclement weather conditions. Physical Conditions: Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may require maintaining physical conditions necessary for standing or walking for prolonged periods of time; climbing, kneeling and stooping; moderate to heavy lifting; the use of arms and legs. Yearly Salary: Very competitive based on knowledge and experience. Benefits: health and life insurance, personal time off, 100% immediate vesting 401k with 4% matching, uniforms and laundering, tips, 9 paid holidays Email resume to Gary at garyw@spsonline.com or call 410-321-0970 Job Benefits health and life insurance, personal time off, 401k matching, uniforms, holidays Date Job is Available Ongoing Salary Very competitive based on knowledge and experience Overtime: Yes Job Application Instructions email resume to garyw@spsonline.com