Turf Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts • Bethel, CT

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About The Position

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking a Turf Care Specialist to work in its growing turf care department. The company offers the opportunity to cross-train in turf care and tree care. Bartlett Tree Experts is a scientific tree and shrub care company with more than 100 years of history and over 130 offices in the United States, Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland. Its services include pruning, insect and disease management, soil care and fertilization, and cabling and bracing.

The role involves scheduling and performing turf care work, monitoring properties, diagnosing turf diseases and insect issues, and meeting with residential and commercial clients. The Specialist may also learn additional skills by working in the tree care, plant health care, and landscape departments during the off-season.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule work.
• Monitor properties.
• Perform routine applications.
• Diagnose and address turf disease and insect issues.
• Meet with residential and commercial clients.
• Perform slice seeding, aeration, over-seeding, and major turf care renovations.
• Learn, understand, and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.
• Learn additional skills through work in the tree care, plant health care, and landscape departments during the off-season.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Pay increases for industry credentials and licenses
• Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Training, continuing education programs, and resources from Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC
• Company will pay for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and help candidates prepare

What This Job Offers

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