Lawn Technician
15 days ago
Jacksonville
Job Description The Defenders is hiring a Lawn Technician to service residential properties in the Jacksonville and St. Augustine area. We are a small family-owned business building a team that takes pride in protecting homes, serving customers well, and representing the company the right way. We are a employee and customer-focused company. Here, your work matters. Your attitude matters. How you treat customers matters. You matter as the face the customer sees most. We want someone who works hard, shows up on time, takes pride in their work, and wants to grow with a company where effort, ownership, and professionalism are noticed. During training, you will receive hourly base pay. Once you are fully trained and running your own route, your pay moves to a percentage of production based on experience, giving you a clear path to strong income. WHAT YOU’LL DO * Follow chemical label directions and company service standards * Mix, load, and apply products safely and accurately * Inspect lawns and shrubs and identify service needs * Perform fertilization, weed control, insect control, and related applications to scheduled properties * Communicate clearly with homeowners about service findings and recommendations * Keep accurate service records and route notes * Maintain a clean truck, clean equipment, and professional appearance WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR * Valid driver’s license with a good driving record * Experience working in Florida heat * Dependable and self-motivated * Strong work ethic * Positive attitude with customers and fellow employees * Lawn or pest control experience is a plus, but not required * Florida lawn and ornamental license is a plus, or willingness to become certified WHAT WE OFFER * Paid training at $15 to $19 per hour * Expected earnings of $40,000 to $60,000+ per year for successful technicians * Weekly minimum guarantee during transition to solo route * Stable, year-round work * Growth opportunity with a respected locally owned family company * A team that values accountability, customer experience, and doing the job right APPLY IF YOU ARE * Tired of working for companies where nobody notices your effort * Good with people * Comfortable working outside * Ready to learn * Ready to be accountable * Ready to earn based on performance * Ready to be part of a team that takes pride in the work Company DescriptionAt The Defenders, we protect families and properties with reliable service and clear communication. As a small, family-owned business, we are building something special. People know your name. Your work gets noticed. Your effort matters. You help build and keep the reputation of the company. We want team members who take ownership, who want to represent the brand well, and want to grow with a company that still believes in trust, consistency, and doing the job right. If you want more than just a route and a paycheck, if you want to work in an upbeat workplace, we want to hear from you.At The Defenders, we protect families and properties with reliable service and clear communication. \r\n\r\nAs a small, family-owned business, we are building something special. People know your name. Your work gets noticed. Your effort matters. You help build and keep the reputation of the company. \r\n\r\nWe want team members who take ownership, who want to represent the brand well, and want to grow with a company that still believes in trust, consistency, and doing the job right. \r\n\r\nIf you want more than just a route and a paycheck, if you want to work in an upbeat workplace, we want to hear from you.