Lawn Care Technician

R.P. Marzilli has been installing and maintaining New England’s finest residential landscapes since 1985. We are seeking landscape professionals who have a passion for plant health care to join our team and deliver outstanding service to our clients.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform applications within our proprietary program that address fertility, weed management, and insect management of turf on client’s properties
2. Identify and diagnose insect, disease, and cultural issues on turf of client’s properties
3. Adhere to best Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices
4. Communicate turf needs on specific properties to Division Manager and/or Account Managers
5. Routine care and regular calibration of spray truck equipment to ensure accurate applications
6. Be adept at following EPA labels and correctly mixing spray tanks for necessary applications each day
7. Enter in detailed notes regarding each application including record of material usage into handheld device
8. Assist with Plant Health Care applications and/or Tick/Mosquito Control as necessary
9. Follow a route to efficiently visit multiple properties each day and effectively complete tasks at each property

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must possess valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
2. Must possess current MA and RI Pesticide License or ability to obtain them prior to employment
3. Field experience with comparable position is much preferred
4. Degree relevant to the field (turf management, plant pathology, etc) is preferred
5. Willingness to work in all types of weather (heat, rain, cold)
6. Willingness to work some Saturdays as workload and weather during busiest times of year may dictate
7. Strong problem-solving skills
8. Ability to stay motivated and work efficiently, often as a one-person crew
9. A strong passion for and dedication to enhancing the quality of the turf on the properties we take care of

COMPENSATION & BENEFIT PACKAGE:

1. $23-$28/hour (rate is dependent on experience and qualifications)
2. Full-time year-round employment for the right candidate
3. Paid Time Off
4. Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
5. 100% Company Paid Life Insurance
6. 401(k) plan with Company match
7. Annual Profit-Sharing bonus potential (dependent on both company and individual performance)
8. Regular opportunities for education and development relevant to our industry, paid for by the company