Lawn Applicator

Wright Outdoor Solutions • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Job Title: Lawn Applicator Responsibilities: Conduct complete lawn and shrub care, including insect and disease control, fertilization and weather protection Primarily, spray and inject lawns and shrubs Follow safety and technical standards Perform equipment maintenance Perform tasks as needed in all service areas of Wright Outdoor Solutions Work flexible hours in all weather conditions to accommodate the seasonality of the industry Uphold the values of Wright Outdoor Solutions, which include safety, integrity, quality, respect, teamwork, innovation, and family Requirements: Pesticide Applicator License (3OT) Required Firm understanding of pesticide application equipment and Midwest region plant material Ability to read and complete daily paperwork is preferred Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to work independently and on a team in a fast-paced environment Valid Iowa driver’s license and a good driving record ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Wright Outdoor Solutions offer the following: Industry leading compensation 401K savings w/ 4% company match Profit sharing through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after 1 year of employment Competitive paid time off and paid holidays Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance Career advancement opportunities Support for continued education and professional certificates Unique and inviting work environment $1,500 sign-on bonus offered with this position Wright Outdoor Solutions employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. https://wrightoutdoorsolutions.com/privacy-policy About Wright Outdoor Solutions & Verdure Elements Formed from the merger of Wright Tree Care and Heard Gardens, Wright Outdoor Solutions has been caring for Central Iowa’s outdoor spaces since 1928. In 2013, we purchased local Iowa company The Growing Concern, which allowed us to take our services indoors as well. In 2019, we expanded our reach into the Omaha market through the acquisition of Omaha based company Verdure Elements, offering interior plantscaping, seasonal color, and holiday design services. We are proud to be employee owned and offer a complete package of services for the care of your property. Our services include tree care, landscaping and maintenance, plant design and maintenance, lawn care, holiday lights and décor, snow and ice management, and mulch. To be the industry leader throughout the Central Midwest region, investing in our expertise, modernization and capital. To provide the highest quality service and products to our customers. To provide attractive value appreciation to our employee owners. To provide team members a home that enables them to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Requirements

• Pesticide Applicator License (3OT) Required
• Firm understanding of pesticide application equipment and Midwest region plant material
• Ability to read and complete daily paperwork is preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and on a team in a fast-paced environment
• Valid Iowa driver’s license and a good driving record

Nice To Haves

• Ability to read and complete daily paperwork is preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct complete lawn and shrub care, including insect and disease control, fertilization and weather protection
• Primarily, spray and inject lawns and shrubs
• Follow safety and technical standards
• Perform equipment maintenance
• Perform tasks as needed in all service areas of Wright Outdoor Solutions
• Work flexible hours in all weather conditions to accommodate the seasonality of the industry
• Uphold the values of Wright Outdoor Solutions, which include safety, integrity, quality, respect, teamwork, innovation, and family

Benefits

• Industry leading compensation
• 401K savings w/ 4% company match
• Profit sharing through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after 1 year of employment
• Competitive paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Support for continued education and professional certificates
• Unique and inviting work environment
• $1,500 sign-on bonus offered with this position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed