Licensed Lawn Care Spray Technician (IL) -- 4-Day Work Week

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Lawn Care Spray Technician (IL) — 4-Day Work Week
$20–$27/hour + $2,000 Signing Bonus (based on experience and license status)

Valid Driver’s License + Clean Driving Record Required

Element Turf & Outdoor Solutions is a fast-growing, locally owned lawn care company serving residential and commercial customers. We’re hiring an experienced Illinois-licensed spray technician who can run a route, communicate professionally with customers, and deliver high-quality turf results.

Why you’ll want this job

• 4-day work week (Mon–Thu) in season
• $20–$27/hour (based on experience)
• $2,000 signing bonus (based on experience, performance, and attendance)
• Season runs late February through December
• Winter work available (Snow Removal, Holiday Lights, shop work)
• Accrued paid time off
• Safety + technical training, and clear growth path (Lead Tech / Route Lead)

Schedule

• Typical in-season hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:30am–5:30pm
• Some overtime may be required during peak season (weather-dependent)

What you’ll do

• Apply fertilizer, weed control, and pesticide treatments safely and efficiently
• Run a daily route independently (with team support) while meeting quality standards
• Communicate clearly with customers about services, expectations, and results (in person, phone, and written notes)
• Support service estimates and recommend needed turf services
• Perform turf-related services as needed: aeration, overseeding, seeding, and other turf duties
• Safely operate and maintain professional equipment and materials
• Drive company vehicles safely (truck/trailer and/or box truck as assigned)
• Complete required documentation accurately (service notes, product use, safety protocols)

Must-have requirements

• Illinois Pesticide Applicator License — required
• Valid driver’s license + clean driving record — required
• Able to read/write and communicate in English (service notes + customer communication)
• Reliable transportation to/from the shop
• Ability to work outdoors in heat/cold and lift 50 lbs regularly

Preferred qualifications

• 2+ years lawn spray / turf application experience
• Customer-facing service experience and solid communication skills
• Comfort working independently and staying organized on a route

Signing bonus

• $2,000 based on experience, performance, and attendance