Lawn Care Technician

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time out
• Training & development

Lawn Doctor of East Puyallup‑Bonney Lake‑Maple Valley is hiring a full‑time Lawn Care Technician who wants to grow into a future Sales or Operations Manager role as the company expands. This role is ideal for a motivated, mechanically inclined person who enjoys working outdoors, delivering excellent service, and being part of a growth‑minded, community‑focused lawn care brand.

• Perform lawn care services including fertilization, weed control, aeration, seeding, and insect treatments using professional, ride‑on and walk‑behind equipment according to label and company standards.
• Inspect lawns, identify weeds, insects, and disease issues, and document findings in route sheets or software for follow‑up recommendations.
• Communicate clearly with customers at the door or by phone about what was done, what you observed, and recommend next steps or add‑on services.
• Maintain, clean, and perform basic mechanical maintenance on trucks and application equipment; assist with shop work, loading, and end‑of‑day clean‑up.
• Safely handle, mix, and apply products in compliance with Washington State pesticide laws and Lawn Doctor safety procedures, including completing required logs.

• Standard schedule:
  Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional Saturdays during peak spring and fall as needed.
• Routes start and end at our Buckley, WA shop, servicing nearby Pierce and King County area neighborhoods.
• Production expectations: roughly 20 stops per day in peak season, with performance goals based on time per job and quality standards.

• Hourly pay: $22/hr starting for entry‑level hires; $25/hr for fully qualified technicians; up to $28/hr for highly experienced, licensed technicians with strong production and service history.
• Bonuses: Commissions on upsells (aeration, seeding, insect services, additional programs) are considered part of performance‑based bonuses.
• Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO);
  Paid Holidays; 401(k) after the first year of employment;
  Company uniforms; 20 hours of paid training on Lawn Doctor systems, safety, and turf/agronomy fundamentals.

What you bring:

• Valid Washington driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, work on your feet, and handle outdoor work in all weather.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn basic maintenance on sprayers, spreaders, and small engines.
• Strong customer‑service mindset, good communication skills, and the desire to represent a quality‑focused, community‑oriented local business.

• A Washington State pesticide license (Laws and Safety, Ornamental Weed, Ornamental Insect & Disease) is highly desired.
• Candidates without a license will be trained, with an expectation to obtain the license within 90 days of hire; company provides guidance and supports exam preparation.

• This position is designed with advancement in mind. A driven, motivated technician can grow into roles such as Senior Technician, Sales Consultant, or Operations Manager as Lawn Doctor of East Puyallup‑Bonney Lake‑Maple Valley continues to expand.
• The team is focused on growth and service excellence, working to be a community‑focused leader in the lawn care industry in Pierce and King County.