Turf Plant Health Care Applicator

Award-Winning Premier Service is seeking a Turf & Plant Health Care Applicator to join our growing team!

At Premier Service we take pride in delivering exceptional landscape and plant health solutions while offering one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the industry.

Position: Turf / Plant Health Care Applicator

Job Summary

The Turf & Plant Health Care Applicator is a field-based role responsible for providing professional lawn care and plant health treatments to both commercial and residential properties. This position emphasizes the safe accurate and efficient application of fertilizers herbicides insecticides fungicides and related products to promote healthy turf trees and shrubs. Applicators follow established programs and communicate observations and recommendations to management.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide high-quality turf and plant health care services across assigned routes
• Apply fertilizers herbicides insecticides and fungicides in accordance with company standards and label requirements
• Safely load mix and handle application materials while following all safety guidelines
• Calibrate and operate spreaders and sprayers to ensure proper application rates
• Complete daily routes and work orders efficiently and accurately
• Perform daily vehicle and equipment inspections and report any issues promptly
• Monitor properties for pests disease and turf stress and report findings to supervisors
• Maintain accurate records of chemical applications and completed services
• Utilize company-issued mobile devices for documentation communication and compliance
• Assist with basic yard or plant material tasks as directed
• Follow all company safety policies and state regulations related to pesticide application and transportation

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Valid state pesticide applicator license (or ability to obtain within required timeframe)
• Valid drivers license (CDL a plus but not required)
• Ability to safely operate application equipment and company vehicles
• Basic knowledge of turf care horticulture or landscape maintenance preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions and product labels
• Ability to work independently in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions
• Strong communication skills and professional customer interaction
• Effective time management and route completion skills
• Willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities as needed

Working Conditions

• Primarily outdoor field work at commercial and residential properties
• Exposure to varying weather conditions dust noise and landscape materials
• Frequent walking standing lifting and operation of equipment
• Occasional shop or yard support as needed

Why Join Premier Service

• Competitive pay with weekly payroll
• Health insurance benefits
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Year-round employment available
• Clear long-term career paths and growth opportunities

Required Experience:

Senior IC