Lawn Aeration Technician

Run aeration & over seeding routes in season, then cross-train onto our other crews the rest of the year.
No experience needed — we'll train you, support you, and help you move forward.

Turf Kings is a growing team serving the Indianapolis area across lawn care, pest control, and seasonal services. Our goal is simple: do the work right and build a team people are proud to be part of. We're working toward impacting 5,000 people in central Indiana by 2028 — including our customers, our community, and the people on this team.

Our Purpose

To elevate lives — for our customers, our team, and our community.

Our Mission

Impact 5,000 people in central Indiana by 2028. Real number. Real deadline.

Our core values

We hire around five values that define how we show up every day — for each other and for our customers.

Our core values

The people who thrive here live these. If they sound familiar, you'll fit right in.

01 We face challenges with optimism The work is hard and things go wrong — we show up anyway.

02 We are a team Excel in your role, trust your teammates in theirs, never leave anyone behind.

03 We are always learning You don't need all the answers — you need to stay coachable and keep getting better.

04 We own it Take care of it like it's yours, fix it when it breaks, celebrate the wins.

05 We have integrity We do things the right way, even when no one's watching.

Day in the life

We'd rather lose you in the interview than week two. Here's an honest look at the day.

1

7:20 AM

Arrive at the shop

Clock in and get ready to roll.

2

7:30 – 8:00 AM

Load up and prepare

Load your aerator and seed onto the truck, review your route, and read through your daily dispatch notes before heading out.

3

On the route

Making stops

Core aerate and overseed each property, document your work, and take care of every lawn like it's your own. Stop count varies with lawn size and route.

4

Lunch break

30 minutes. Bring your lunch — you'll be out on route.

5

Afternoon

Finish the list

Work until your route is complete. The more efficient you get, the more that works in your favor.

6

End of day

Back to the shop

Clean and refuel your equipment and unload any leftover seed. Then you're done.

Sound like the right fit?

We don't use flat hourly pay for this role. Instead, your pay is tied to the work you complete. The more efficient and consistent you get, the more you can earn. For some people, that's a big advantage. For others, it's not the right fit — and that's okay. Ask us for a full breakdown of how it works and what to expect.

What we're looking for

Here's what you actually need. Attitude matters more than experience — we can teach the rest.

Valid driver's license

Required. You'll be driving a company vehicle on route every day.

Insurable driving record

No DUI, no suspension, no more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years.

Physically capable

Operating aeration equipment and hauling seed is hands-on, outdoor work in all weather. We need people who can handle it and take pride in it.

You don't need to know everything. You need to be willing to learn, take feedback, and keep getting better.

18+ and work-authorized Must be 18 or older and legally eligible to work in the United States.

Willing to cross-train

Aeration & over seeding season doesn't run all year — we're looking for people willing to learn our other services so you stay busy and employed year-round.

What you get

Here's what comes with the role.

Performance-based pay

Your effort drives your income. Work smarter, earn more.

Consistent schedule Mon–Fri, daylight hours. Occasional Saturdays during peak season. Home for dinner.

Equipment you can rely on

Well-maintained trucks and aeration gear. We don't make you fight broken tools.

Year-round work through cross-training

When aeration & over seeding season slows down, we train you onto lawn care, pest control, or holiday lighting so the work doesn't stop.

A real path forward Technician → Lead → Route Manager. We promote from within and tell you exactly what the next step looks like.

A team that shows up

High standards and real backup. When things get hard, the team steps in.

This role is NOT for you if...

• You're looking for an easy indoor job — this is physical outdoor work in every season
• You only want to run aeration equipment and aren't open to cross-training in the off-season
• You can't commit to showing up on time and ready to work, every single day
• You need someone to motivate you every morning — we hire self-starters
• You're not comfortable being accountable to clear performance standards
• You treat customers like an inconvenience — they're the reason we're here