Overview
Turf/Lawn Care Technician Jobs in City of New Rochelle, New York, USA at Almstead
Location: City of New Rochelle
Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is a second-generation, family-owned arboriculture firm that has been offering environmentally conscious services in the NY, NJ, and CT tri-state area since 1964. We are a TCIA accredited company that values our employees’ professional aspirations,career development, safety, andquality of life.
We are looking for passionate professionals who want to enhance their career! We offer generous compensation, year-round work,paid time off, health and retirement benefits, aninclusivecompany culture, and so much more! If you are ready to enjoy going to work every day, come grow with us!
Basic Function
Work with the latest technology and information in treating our customers’ lawn care problems. Identify different grass and weed types, as well as indicators of possible lawn health problems. Evaluate, monitor, and treat for weed, insect, disease, soil, and cultural conditions. Work closely with arborists, providing critical feedback and recommending the appropriate treatments to lawn care problems.
Responsibilities
Diagnose insect, disease, and cultural/environmental conditions
Evaluate recommended treatment options
Ensure proper filling/mixing procedures and material dilution
Understand and operate state-of-the-art equipment
Learn/understand insect & disease life cycles, nutrient cycles, plant biology, and soil biology
Properly apply fertilizers, weed control, and other materials to client lawns
Perform accurate and timely recordkeeping
Maintain a safe and controlledwork environment
Adhere to company safety, state, and local regulations; operate, calibrate, and maintain equipment
Maintain opencommunicationwith consulting arborists and clients to provide feedback on lawn care issues
Work as part of the plant health care or tree care crew during slow seasons
Minimum Requirements
Two-year degree in turfgrass management, agronomics, arboriculture, horticulture (or related field), or minimum two years of industry/field experience
Possess appropriate state pesticide technician or applicator’s license
Knowledge of common cool season turfgrass types and issues
Knowledge of local tree and shrub species a plus
NOFA OLC certification a plus but not required
Must have a valid driver’s license
Excellent written and verbalcommunication skills
We offer acompetitive compensation package, $20 to $28 per hour, including medical and dental plans with employer contribution, 401Kretirement savingsplan,paid time off, and more!
Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Company, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
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Title: Turf/Lawn Care Technician
Company: Almstead
Location: City of New Rochelle, New York, USA
Category: Trades / Skilled Labor, Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
