Lawn Care Technician

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Lawn Doctor of East Puyallup‑Bonney Lake‑Maple Valley is hiring a full‑time Lawn Care Technician who wants to grow into a future Operations Manager role as the company expands. This role is ideal for a motivated, mechanically inclined person who enjoys working outdoors, delivering excellent service, and being part of a growth‑minded, community‑focused lawn care brand. 

What you will do

• Perform lawn care services including fertilization, weed control, aeration, seeding, and insect treatments using professional, ride‑on and walk‑behind equipment according to label and company standards. 
• Inspect lawns, identify weeds, insects, and disease issues, and document findings in route sheets or software for follow‑up recommendations. 
• Communicate clearly with customers at the door or by phone about what was done, what you observed, and recommend next steps or add‑on services. 
• Maintain, clean, and perform basic mechanical maintenance on trucks and application equipment; assist with shop work, loading, and end‑of‑day clean‑up. 
• Safely handle, mix, and apply products in compliance with Washington State pesticide laws and Lawn Doctor safety procedures, including completing required logs. 

Skills, licensing, and growth paths

What you bring:

• Valid Washington driver’s license and insurable driving record.​
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, work on your feet, and handle outdoor work in all weather. 
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn basic maintenance on sprayers, spreaders, and small engines. 
• Strong customer‑service mindset, good communication skills, and the desire to represent a quality‑focused, community‑oriented local business. 

Licensing:

• A Washington State pesticide license (Laws and Safety, Ornamental Weed, Ornamental Insect & Disease) is highly desired . 
• Candidates without a license will be trained, with an expectation to obtain the license within 90 days of hire; company provides guidance and supports exam preparation. 

Growth opportunity:

• This position is designed with advancement in mind. A driven, motivated technician can grow into roles such as Senior Technician, Sales Consultant, or Operations Manager as Lawn Doctor of East Puyallup‑Bonney Lake‑Maple Valley continues to expand. 
• The team is focused on growth and service excellence, working to be a community‑focused leader in the lawn care industry in Pierce and King County. 

Schedule and production expectations

• Standard schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m . , with occasional Saturdays during peak spring and fall as needed. 
• Routes start and end at our Buckley, WA shop, servicing nearby Pierce and King County area neighborhoods. 
• Production expectations: roughly 20 stops per day in peak season, with performance goals based on time per job and quality standards.​

Pay, bonuses, and benefits

• Hourly pay:
  • $22/hr starting for entry‑level hires. 
  • $25/hr for fully qualified technicians (experience and/or license).
  • Up to $28/hr for highly experienced, licensed technicians with strong production and service history. 
• Bonuses: Commissions on upsells (aeration, seeding, insect services, additional programs) are considered as part of performance‑based bonuses. 
• Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Paid Holidays 
  • 401(k) after the first year of employment 
  • Company uniforms 
  • 20 hours of paid training on Lawn Doctor systems, safety, and turf/agronomy fundamentals. 

Compensation: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour