Lawn Care Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Service Leader is responsible for providing Lawn care, aeration and seed, tree and shrub care and other services by Virginia Green. They make timely lawn and landscape applications using hand and powered equipment to apply fertilizer, insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides.

Primary Responsibilities

Lawn Care/Tree and Shrub Primary Essential duties:

• Working individually or with a crew to provide services to all properties on assigned route. Using hand and powered equipment, apply fertilizer, fungicides, herbicides, and aeration and seeding for pest and week control in lawns
• Comply with all state and federal regulations, company policies and procedures and guidelines for the Maryland Department of Agricultural services.
• Manage route generated by Routing Efficiency Manager by using our Mobile device management.
• Perform thorough inspection and evaluations of customer properties; solve service issues by communicating agronomic advice to customers
• Interact with customers if present to determine any concerns and existing conditions. Sell additional services to existing and prospective customers
• Conduct final inspection of lawn to ensure all work was performed correctly, completely, and granular products are blown off hard surfaces
• Document services using mobile technology accurately and legibly
• Service Leader will maintain the company vehicles and equipment per guidelines.
• Assist with training new service leaders
• Assist with maintaining and cleaning facility and grounds
• Maintain a neat and clean appearance as outlined in the associate handbook and follow PPE and safety regulations and work in a safe manner.

Aeration and Seeding Crew Leader Essential duties:

• Aerate and seed lawns in accordance with Virginia procedures
• Manager crew and safely transport Aeration and Seeding crew and equipment to job sites
• Ensures all work is done in a neat and efficient manner
• Final inspections of lawn to ensure all work was performed correctly, completely, property is tidy and there is not damage

Required Qualifications / Attributes

• Be able to navigate a truck and trailer
• Be able to work between the hours of 6:30 am- 5:30 pm (or until the job is finished)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Operate company vehicle in compliance with federal, state, local laws, and company policy. Maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Follow proper safety protocols while working with equipment. Driving record must pass insurability test
• Be able to drive long distances or an eight to nine-hour shift
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Education and Experience

• Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
• 0-2 years of related experience in a customer service environment
• Previous lawn care experience preferred
• Able to analyze situations and determine appropriate resolution
• Minimum Physical Requirements
• Position involves, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, pushing, lifting, carrying, and moving objects up to 50 pounds. Walk long distances in all weather conditions

*Virginia Green is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or other legally protected status.

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We are more than a lawn care company—we are a team on a mission to create greener, healthier spaces for communities in the Mid-Atlantic region. With 500+ employees and a network of thriving branches, we’re proud to be one of the prominent names in the industry. Our success is a culture built on “Go Beyond, Grow Beyond.” We believe in empowering our people, celebrating hard work, and opening doors to career growth. Many of our leaders started right here—and you can too! We invest in you with a full range of benefits designed to support your life and future; medical, dental, life insurance, paid time off+ holidays, career development, and advancement opportunities.
If you’re ready to build a career—not just a job—join us and be part of a company where your future can truly flourish.

Company Description

We are more than a lawn care company—we are a team on a mission to create greener, healthier spaces for communities in the Mid-Atlantic region. With 500+ employees and a network of thriving branches, we’re proud to be one of the prominent names in the industry. Our success is a culture built on “Go Beyond, Grow Beyond.” We believe in empowering our people, celebrating hard work, and opening doors to career growth. Many of our leaders started right here—and you can too! We invest in you with a full range of benefits designed to support your life and future; medical, dental, life insurance, paid time off+ holidays, career development, and advancement opportunities. \r\nIf you’re ready to build a career—not just a job—join us and be part of a company where your future can truly flourish.