Lawn Care Technician / Operator

The Creation, Execution & Management of Timeless Outdoor Spaces

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent The Todd Group Inc., an industry leader in professional landscape maintenance, lawn care, and plant health care.

If you take pride in quality work, know your way around outdoor equipment, and want to turn lawn care into a long-term career, The Todd Group Inc. gives you the training, tools, and opportunity to sharpen your skills on premier residential properties.

What's in It for You?

• $22 to $27 per hour, based on experience, licensing, and technical ability
• Full-time position with seasonal overtime opportunities
• Performance-based advancement and compensation growth
• Health and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid training, licensing, and approved certification expenses
• Company-provided uniforms, professional application equipment, and required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Clear career path toward increased route responsibility and technical specialization

Why You'll Love It Here

• Build your career with an established company known for professional lawn care, landscape maintenance, turf management, and plant health care
• Get hands-on training from experienced managers and senior lawn care technicians
• Develop valuable skills in turf management, weed identification, equipment calibration, pesticide application, fertilization, and property diagnostics
• Work with a team that values safety, accuracy, quality workmanship, and continuous improvement
• Get clear expectations, direct communication, and support when you need it
• Expand your technical knowledge while building a long-term career in the green industry

Your New Role

• Perform lawn care services on residential properties in Northern New Jersey
• Complete scheduled lawn fertilization, weed control, insect control, and soil treatment applications
• Operate professional lawn care equipment, including ride-on spreaders and sprayers, push spreaders, backpack sprayers, aerators, and seeders
• Assist with aeration, overseeding, lawn renovation, and seasonal turf care services
• Mix, transport, and apply fertilizers and lawn care products according to product labels, company procedures, and New Jersey regulations
• Follow treatment programs, application rates, property instructions, and scheduled service plans
• Inspect turf for weeds, insects, disease symptoms, drought stress, irrigation issues, and other lawn health concerns
• Report property conditions and concerns to the PHC/Lawn Department Manager or senior technicians
• Maintain accurate digital service records for products, weather conditions, application rates, and completed services
• Protect lawns, landscape beds, buildings, hardscapes, and surrounding property during applications
• Keep trucks, lawn care equipment, product inventory, and storage areas clean and organized
• Perform routine equipment inspections and maintenance
• Follow company safety procedures and correctly use required PPE
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, managers, and coworkers
• Participate in company training, pesticide licensing preparation, and continuing education

Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.

• Previous experience in lawn care, landscaping, grounds maintenance, agriculture, equipment operation, or a related outdoor field preferred
• Experience with fertilizer application, pesticide application, aeration, overseeding, or ride-on lawn care equipment is a plus
• Willingness to learn professional turf care, plant health care, pesticide application, and lawn treatment practices
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to follow written instructions, pesticide and fertilizer labels, application rates, and treatment programs
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and work habits
• Ability to work independently after completing required training
• Basic ability to use smartphones or tablets for digital service documentation
• Professional communication skills when working with clients, managers, and team members
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to safely perform physical outdoor work in changing weather conditions
• Ability to frequently walk, bend, lift, carry, and operate lawn care equipment throughout the workday
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Willingness to work seasonal overtime and occasional Saturdays as needed
• New Jersey Commercial Pesticide Operator or Applicator credential preferred but not required
• Willingness to obtain required New Jersey pesticide licensing with company-supported training
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Education in turf management, horticulture, landscaping, agriculture, or a related field is a plus

The Todd Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.#yellow