Lawn Healthcare Technician

Position Overview

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.

• 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 placement.
• Demonstrates ability to think through the consequences of a decision prior to making it.
• Uses general, in-field technology proficiently.
• Possesses basic math skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to be covered on Company auto insurance.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Obtain Commercial Pesticide Applicators Certification 3OT within 45 days of hire.

• On-the-job training provided.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• 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, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.

• Lift and carry weights ranging from 25 to 50 pounds with frequency.
• Occasional lifting and carrying weights ranging from 51 to 100 pounds.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching and stooping.
• Frequent standing.
• Occasional operation of equipment.
• Occasional sitting, climbing and reaching above shoulder height.
• Frequent repetitive hand movements/grasping.
• Good vision, corrected to normal.
• Good hearing, corrected to normal; or ability to communicate/understand required information and to perform job duties.
• Ability to be mobile throughout required work areas.

The employee will be expected to work outside in all types of weather conditions, including occasional extreme heat exposure due to natural climate. The noise level in each work environment will vary and could sporadically be loud.

Perficut is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.