Fertilizing Technician

Schedule

•  Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional Saturdays and required overtime.

Job Duties

• Prepare for daily work by loading equipment, products, and fuel.
• Deliver high-quality fertilizer and chemical applications across a designated route of residential and commercial properties
• Accurately complete required documentation and time tracking.
• Identify equipment issues, maintenance needs, or job site concerns.
• Maintain company equipment, trailers, and vehicles in safe and clean working condition.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks and troubleshoot minor equipment problems.
• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs., sprayers, and similar equipment for extended periods.
• Requires working outdoors in all weather conditions, exposure to chemicals and fertilizers, and operation of loud machinery.
• Frequent physical activity including bending, lifting, walking, and standing for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate a truck with a trailer, including gooseneck configurations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, positive attitude with a customer-first mindset.
• Willingness to go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Capability to assess lawn conditions and report opportunities for additional service.
• Valid Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (MDARD) in Categories 3A, 3B, 6, and 7F (Preferred)
• Strong turfgrass knowledge and the ability to identify weeds, pests, and diseases.
• Proficiency with equipment calibration and proper product application.
• Valid driver’s license

Benefits and opportunities

• We invest in new equipment and in the maintenance of all the equipment TLC relies on to do the job right. 
• High quality company uniforms
• New headquarters with added space and amenities 
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive leadership
• Company sponsored events
• Health Insurance
• HSA
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid trainings

Family-owned since 1949, Tender Lawn Care serves over 2,000 residential and commercial clients throughout West Michigan. Our company values honesty, integrity, hard work, and respect—for our customers, our team, and our craft.