Lawn Care Technician - Pesticide Applicator at Weed Man

Weed Man is North America's fastest-growing lawn care franchise. Our family-owned and operated franchise in Spencer, MA is hiring a Lawn Care Technician – Pesticide Applicator. No previous lawn care or pesticide application experience is required, and we provide training to help you get started. 

This is an outdoor, route-based position with opportunities to build customer relationships, develop expertise, and grow your earnings through production and add-on service sales. Employees must obtain a Massachusetts Pesticide License within two weeks of starting.

We Offer:

• Pay rate $23/hour after pesticide license obtained
• Average earnings of approx. $25/hour based on production
• 8% commission on add-on service sales
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Simple IRA, paid time off, referral bonuses, and company outings
• Schedule starting at 7am daily Mon-Fri
• Occasional Saturdays and additional hours during peak season
• Off-season full-time employment through door-to-door lead generation or holiday décor team

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license with 3+ years of driving history
• Clean driving record
• Ability to walk large properties (up to 200,000 sq. ft.) and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Obtain MA pesticide license within two weeks of start date
• Experience with face-to-face customer service
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Self-motivated, accountable, and able to work independently
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather
• Successful completion of a background check

Responsibilities:

• Manage and service a daily route of customers
• Apply lawn and pest control/pesticide treatments
• Explain treatments and provide recommendations
• Build strong customer relationships through professional service
• Meet service, production and sales goals
• Maintain equipment, vehicle, and a professional appearance
• Complete service documentation accurately
• Support team members as needed