RESIDENTIAL LAWN SPECIALIST/AERATOR

TruGreen • Nashville, TN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

TruGreen is hiring a Residential Lawn Care Technician for its Franklin branch office, serving Nashville, Franklin, Smyrna, and surrounding communities. The role involves providing lawn care treatments and service to residential and commercial properties while working outdoors and managing an assigned route independently. No prior lawn care experience is required; TruGreen provides paid training, hands-on coaching, and company-paid state certification if applicable. Employees use a company vehicle and tablet, and must be able to obtain DOT certification and a DOT Medical Card. The position offers hourly pay starting at $18.00, with higher starting pay for licensed candidates, as well as performance bonus and commission opportunities. Overtime opportunities are available during peak season.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old at the time of hire.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to pass a motor vehicle record check and consent to a criminal background check.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card and become DOT certified.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable, self-motivated, customer-focused mindset.
• Fluent spoken, written, and reading English skills.
• Must be physically located in the United States while performing the job.
• Ability to walk an average of 10–12 miles outdoors throughout the day.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to serve multiple customers each day.

Responsibilities

• Drive a company vehicle on an assigned route.
• Apply lawn care treatments to residential and commercial properties.
• Identify customer needs and recommend solutions and additional services.
• Manage route and customer information using a tablet.
• Build relationships with customers and deliver exceptional service.
• Work safely outdoors in a fast-paced, independent environment.
• Operate equipment safely.

Benefits

• Paid training and company-paid state certification if applicable.
• Performance bonus and commission opportunities.
• Overtime opportunities during peak season.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, with benefits eligibility after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Employee discounts.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive local team and leadership.

What This Job Offers

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