Lawn Care Technician

Company: Lawn Doctor of East Puyallup-Bonney Lake-Maple Val
Location: Buckley
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Lawn Doctor of East PuyallupBonney LakeMaple Valley is hiring a fulltime Lawn Care Technician who wants to grow into a future Operations Manager role as the company expands. This role is ideal for a motivated, mechanically inclined person who enjoys working outdoors, delivering excellent service, and being part of a growthminded, communityfocused lawn care brand. What you will do Perform lawn care services including fertilization, weed control, aeration, seeding, and insect treatments using professional, rideon and walkbehind equipment according to label and company standards. Inspect lawns, identify weeds, insects, and disease issues, and document findings in route sheets or software for followup recommendations. Communicate clearly with customers at the door or by phone about what was done, what you observed, and recommend next steps or addon services. Maintain, clean, and perform basic mechanical maintenance on trucks and application equipment; assist with shop work, loading, and endofday cleanup. Safely handle, mix, and apply products in compliance with Washington State pesticide laws and Lawn Doctor safety procedures, including completing required logs. Skills, licensing, and growth paths What you bring: Valid Washington drivers license and insurable driving record. Ability to lift 50 pounds, work on your feet, and handle outdoor work in all weather. Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn basic maintenance on sprayers, spreaders, and small engines. Strong customerservice mindset, good communication skills, and the desire to represent a qualityfocused, communityoriented local business. Licensing: A Washington State pesticide license (Laws and Safety, Ornamental Weed, Ornamental Insect & Disease) is highly desired . Candidates without a license will be trained, with an expectation to obtain the license within 90 days of hire; company provides guidance and supports exam preparation. Growth opportunity: This position is designed with advancement in mind. A driven, motivated technician can grow into roles such as Senior Technician, Sales Consultant, or Operations Manager as Lawn Doctor of East PuyallupBonney LakeMaple Valley continues to expand. The team is focused on growth and service excellence, working to be a communityfocused leader in the lawn care industry in Pierce and King County. Schedule and production expectations Standard schedule: MondayFriday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m . , with occasional Saturdays during peak spring and fall as needed. Routes start and end at our Buckley, WA shop, servicing nearby Pierce and King County area neighborhoods. Production expectations: roughly 20 stops per day in peak season, with performance goals based on time per job and quality standards. Pay, bonuses, and benefits Hourly pay: $22/hr starting for entrylevel hires. $25/hr for fully qualified technicians (experience and/or license). Up to $28/hr for highly experienced, licensed technicians with strong production and service history. Bonuses: Commissions on upsells (aeration, seeding, insect services, additional programs) are considered as part of performancebased bonuses. Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays 401(k) after the first year of employment Company uniforms 20 hours of paid training on Lawn Doctor systems, safety, and turf/agronomy fundamentals.

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