Lawn Technician - Ft. Myers

Turner Pest Control • Fort Myers, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We offer a long-term career opportunity in an essential service with competitive earnings and a fast-paced working environment. Enjoy the freedom to work in the field, help others, receive paid training, and access opportunities for advancement! People come to pest control from a wide variety of fields: route/delivery drivers, retail, customer service, construction, military veterans, lawncare, warehouse, uniform delivery, restaurants...the list goes on! The bottom line is, if you're a motivated, hard-working, compassionate person with a positive mindset, we can train you for a new career!

Requirements

• The ability to safely move about customer locations, ascend/descend stairs and ladders to service out of the way areas, and position yourself to conduct service under/around furniture, equipment, and tight spaces
• The ability to safely move items and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• The ability to work outdoors in all regular seasonal weather conditions
• The flexibility to assist in various service departments within the branch as needed
• Basic math skills to measure and mix product applications accurately
• The ability to operate a variety of hand tools and equipment safely
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes an OSHA compliant respirator in some cases
• Technical proficiency with computers, smart phones, etc.
• Held a valid driver's license for at least 3 years with an acceptable driving record
• The ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English
• Good oral and written communication
• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule (between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.)
• Availability to work some weekends
• High school degree or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Enthusiastic and dedicated with a keen eye for detail and love of customer service

Responsibilities

• Identify lawn and pest issues and apply treatments
• Monitor lawn conditions
• Step in with recovery plans when lawns need extra care
• Checking on customer properties
• Spotting issues early
• Making sure each yard gets the attention it needs to thrive
• Build trust with customers by keeping them informed
• Following through on lawn recovery efforts

Benefits

• Health and Well-being: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical PPO options Delta Dental and Vision Prescription drug program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and childcare expenses Health Savings Plans (HSA) available with qualified plans
• Financial Security: Competitive hourly compensation 401(k) Savings Plan Life insurance and short-term disability 100% company paid (with options to buy up) Long-term disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance options
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy stable, year-round employment with opportunities for growth Paid training A take home company vehicle for field positions Paid time off and eight paid holidays Opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

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