Lake Maintenance - Field Technician (On the job training)
About The Position
The Lake Maintenance Field Technician treats and maintains lakes, ponds, and other bodies of water for customers in Southwest Florida. The role involves working independently outdoors at established accounts, communicating with customers, and representing The Lake Doctors, Inc. professionally. On-the-job training is provided, including training in the customer service software system and an excellent 90-day training program with assistance preparing for the required state aquatics certification test. The position is based at the Ft. Myers office and is performed at one work location; remote work is not available.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid, clean driver's license for operating various motor vehicles and equipment; the company's insurer must accept the employee as insured before employment.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- Ability to work independently and outdoors, with good time-management, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to communicate with customers about their lake and pond needs.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Physical strength and agility to safely operate equipment outdoors on or near water, including in heavy vegetation, uneven terrain, around wildlife, and in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to use equipment such as boats, all-terrain vehicles, trucks, and other assigned equipment or vehicles.
- Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment in various weather conditions.
- Successful completion of background checks, motor vehicle record checks, and drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in lawn service or pest control.
- Mechanical and/or electrical knowledge.
- Some college education.
Responsibilities
- Treat and maintain lake vegetation and algae at established Lake Doctors accounts.
- Perform water testing, stock fish, and provide other pond and lake services.
- Communicate with homeowners associations, management companies, and property owners about their lake and pond needs.
- Present a positive and professional image in the community to help grow The Lake Doctors, Inc. business.
- Maintain customer records in the customer service software system.
- Read and interpret herbicide labels, operating procedures, and safety rules.
Benefits
- Paid personal time off and holidays.
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.
- Short-term disability.
- Supplemental life insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Company cell phone.
- Employee referral programs to help generate leads.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
