Lawn Healthcare Technician

Perficut is fueled by passion. It shows in the meticulous eyes and hands of our employees. You can feel our promise and friendship in the handshakes from our people. Team Perficut strives to embody our core values of P.R.I.D.E. each and every day: PASSION, RESPECT, INTEGRITY, DEDICATION TO TEAMWORK and EXCELLENCE. Does that sound like you?

Perficut is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.

Eligible employees working an average of 30 hours or more per week will receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision.

Eligible employees receive a term life insurance policy and the opportunity to purchase additional life insurance without medical underwriting.

All production team members receive company uniforms and discounts on Perficut branded apparel and swag.

All employees with one year of tenure and at least 1,000 hours of service are eligible for an employer 401k match up to 4%.

Eligible employees receive up to 20 days of paid time off per year (based on tenure), eight paid holidays, and additional paid time off for special circumstances.

Perficut is dedicated to the continuous development of all employees through cross‑training, learning new skills, continuing education, and industry certifications.

All employees receive Perficut’s employee assistance program that offers help with counseling, legal services, financial planning, and more.

Eligible employees working an average of 30 hours or more per week are eligible for disability insurance.

Perficut equips all team members with high quality tools to get the job done, and well‑maintained equipment to do our work with P.R.I.D.E.

Take the first step towards your new career today!

Position:Lawn Healthcare Technician

Location: Des Moines, IA

A Lawn Healthcare Technician is responsible for conducting turf health services for Perficut’s commercial and/or residential clients. Technicians apply pesticides in a safe, professional manner utilizing tools and methods outlined by the Production Manager. Candidates must have a Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification category 3OT or obtain the certification within 45 days of hire and be able to work independently or as part of a team.

• Learn new skills and cross‑train with other departments
• Support for getting your pesticide applicator’s commercial certification
• 90‑day retention bonus for employees in good standing
• Uniforms and equipment provided
• Paid holidays and PTO package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k), and Employee Assistance Program available
• Performs work with special attention placed on quality standards, adhering to safety program, and delivering the services as outlined by the supervisor.
• Develops competency in operating equipment and tools needed to perform daily tasks.
• Performs the work requested by the Production Manager in the timeframe requested and to the level of professionalism demanded by members of Team Perficut.
• Complete daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Performs light maintenance on equipment needed to perform daily tasks.
• Maintains a professional relationship with business partners (vendors, clients).
• Demonstrates mastery of training programs technician has previously participated in.
• Communicates effectively with clients.
• Works outside regular business hours as needs dictate.
• Achieves any department required certification within 45 days of hire.
• Demonstrates ability to think through the consequences of a decision prior to making it.
• Uses general, in-field technology proficiently.
• Possesses basic math skills.
• Snow and ice removal duties during Winter season

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to be covered on Company auto insurance
• Must have Commercial Pesticide Applicators Certification 3OT
• HS diploma or equivalent

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable…