Lake Maintenance - Field Technician (On the job training)

The Lake Doctors • Summerville, SC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lake Doctors, Inc. is seeking qualified full-time Aquatic Field Technicians that enjoy working independently outdoors, can communicate well with customers, have good math skills, and take pride in their work. The technician will treat and maintain lakes, ponds, and other bodies of water for a variety of customers in the Charleston area.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret herbicide labels, operating procedures, and safety rules.
• Good time management, organizational and communication skills.
• Highly motivated individual that works well on their own.
• Strong Team Player.
• Comfortable speaking with the customers to discuss their lake and pond needs.
• High school or equivalent (required).
• Physical strength and agility to safely and sufficiently operate equipment in outdoor environments, on or near water, in an environment that may include heavy vegetation, uneven terrain, various species of wildlife and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work outdoors and use equipment such as boats, all-terrain vehicles, trucks and other assigned equipment or vehicles.
• Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to wear all personal protection equipment needed in various weather conditions.
• A valid, clean driver’s license for the operations of various motor vehicles and equipment.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in lawn service or pest control (helpful).
• Mechanical and/or electrical knowledge (helpful).
• Some college helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Control of aquatic vegetation and algae at established Lake Doctors accounts.
• Water testing, stocking fish and other pond and lake services.
• Maintain communication with customers such as Homeowners Associations, Management Companies and Property Owners.
• Present a positive and professional image in the community to help grow The Lake Doctors, Inc. business.
• Maintain customer records within customer service software system.

Benefits

• Excellent 90-day training program with assistance in preparing for required State test for certification in Aquatics.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Company Cell Phone.
• Paid Personal Time Off and holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits to include medical, prescription, dental and vision plans, short term disability, supplemental life insurance and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Referral programs to help generate leads.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED