Certified Lawn Applicators

Looking for Certified Lawn Applicators!

Barr Landscaping & Lawn Care is a rapidly growing & expanding lawn care company that has been in business for over 35 years and is hiring Lawn Technicians. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, be self-motivated, with strong organizational skills & able to communicate with customers. If you have an Operator’s license for Illinois pesticide spraying or would like to train to become a licensed sprayer, come join our team. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and an excellent work environment.

Certified Lawn Applicator

Responsibilities

1. Applies fertilizers and pesticides to lawns according to schedule, safety procedures, and label instructions.

2. Drives company vehicle to customer location.

3. Responds on a timely basis to customer requests for telephone and in-person service calls.

4. Completes required production forms and customer instructions.

5. Assists in sales to current customers through contact on route.

6. Measures the lawn of potential customers to provide them with an accurate cost of lawn care service.

7. Maintains vehicle and equipment through cleanliness, safety, and general maintenance.

8. Assists in maintaining cleanliness of facility.

Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma/GED or 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training in lawn care or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

License and/or certification as required by federal, state or local government

Requires extensive local travel. Valid, drivers license is required. Must be 18 years of age by date of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Attention to detail Verbal and written communication skills Time management and organizational skills, including punctuality for on-time attendance.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

An associate that is physically active, works indoors/outdoors, interacts with customers, and may be exposed to foreign substances (e.g., chemicals).

Adverse Conditions Subject to outdoor weather conditions which may include extreme cold, extreme heat or wet conditions Subject to exposure to animals and insects Regularly exposed to chemicals using appropriate safety equipment Occasionally work near mechanical or moving parts

Must have valid driver's license.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Peoria, IL 61604: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person