Horticulture Services Technician

Russell Landscape • Largo, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Russell Landscape is seeking a detail-oriented, self-starting Lawn Care Spray Technician to help our properties stay lush, healthy, and thriving! You’ll apply fertilizers, herbicides, and lawn treatments while prioritizing safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. This role involves applying fertilizers, herbicides, and other lawn care products safely and accurately, operating and maintaining spray equipment, diagnosing turf issues, and maintaining accurate records of applications. You will also assist the team with various landscape maintenance tasks as needed and represent Russell Landscape professionally.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to drive for Russell Landscape.
• Knowledge of mixing and applying pesticides according to programs.
• Licensed Certified Pest Control Operator (CPCO) in the state of Florida
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions carefully.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to make things grow!

Nice To Haves

• Lawn care, landscaping, or agricultural experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and other lawn care products safely and accurately.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate spray equipment.
• Diagnose turf issues—identify weeds, pests, and diseases to keep lawns healthy.
• Maintain accurate records of applications and property notes.
• Read and follow pesticide labels and application instructions closely.
• Assist the team with mulch, pine straw, seasonal color, landscape maintenance, or snow removal as needed.
• Follow all company procedures and safety protocols.
• Represent Russell Landscape professionally and positively with customers and teammates.
• Communicate clearly with team members and clients to ensure smooth operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees