RESIDENTIAL LAWN SPECIALIST/AERATOR

TruGreen • Lorton, VA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

TruGreen is hiring a Residential Lawn Care Technician for its DC South team in Lorton, Virginia. The role supports homeowners and other customers in the Lorton area by applying lawn care treatments, identifying customer needs, recommending services, and providing dependable customer service. The position involves driving a company vehicle on an assigned route, managing route and customer information on a tablet, and working independently outdoors. Paid training, hands-on coaching, and company-paid state certification when applicable are provided; lawn care experience is not required. Candidates must be able to become DOT certified and obtain a DOT Medical Card.

This physically active job involves walking an average of 10–12 miles outdoors during the day, lifting and moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds, operating equipment safely, serving multiple customers, and working in varied weather conditions. TruGreen offers career-development opportunities and support from a local team. The listed starting hourly pay is $21.00, with higher starting pay for licensed candidates; performance bonuses, commission opportunities, and peak-season overtime are also mentioned.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old at the time of hire.
• Have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Pass an MVR review and consent to a criminal background check.
• Be able to obtain a DOT Medical Card and become DOT certified.
• Be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have a reliable, self-motivated, customer-focused mindset.
• Speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Be physically located in the United States while performing the job.

Nice To Haves

• A lawn care license; licensed candidates may receive higher starting pay.

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 outdoors safely in a fast-paced, independent environment.
• Operate equipment safely.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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