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Residential Lawn Specialist/Aerator at TruGreen in Syracuse, NY
Entry LevelOn-siteSyracuse, NY$44k–$62k/yr
Skills
horticulture experiencecustomer servicebasic math skillspunctualityread instructions
Job Description
Summary: TruGreen is dedicated to transforming lawns and enhancing outdoor spaces. As a Residential Lawn Care Specialist, you will apply expert treatments and provide personalized care to ensure healthy lawns while building relationships with homeowners.
Responsibilities:
- Apply fertilizers and weed control treatments safely and precisely
- Diagnose lawn concerns and offer expert solutions during customer visits and calls
- Measure properties and provide quotes for TruGreen services
- Maintain accurate records of treatments, customer instructions, and service notes
- Drive to customer homes in a company vehicle and represent TruGreen with pride
- Clean and inspect vehicles and equipment daily to keep operations smooth and safe
- Upsell services to current customers through on-route interactions and calls
- Contribute to facility upkeep as part of our team-oriented culture
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in horticulture, landscaping, customer service, or related fields preferred
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Must be able to obtain a DOT medical card
- Ability to read work instructions and complete documentation clearly and accurately
- Basic math skills for property measurements and product calculations
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Reliable time management and commitment to punctuality
- Ability to speak, read and write fluently in English is required
- You MUST BE physically located in the United States while performing this job
- Lift up to 50 lbs and operate equipment
- Work in varying weather and outdoor conditions
- Move safely on uneven terrain and stairs
- Interact with customers and apply treatments using proper PPE
Required Skills: Horticulture experience, Customer service
Important Skills: Basic math skills
Nice-to-Have Skills: Punctuality, read instructions
Benefits: Paid training and ongoing development, Health, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) with company match, Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, Company-matching 401(k)
Benefits
Paid training and ongoing development
Health, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with company match
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Company-matching 401(k)