Lawn Care Technician/Applicator
Job Description
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Job Title: Lawn Care Technician & Door Knocking Representative
Location: Lansing, Michigan
Compensation: 17.50-23HR
Employment Season:
- Lawn Care Applications: March – October
- Door Knocking Outreach: November – February
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Position Overview:
We are hiring a dependable, motivated individual for a seasonal, year-round position that offers two distinct roles throughout the year:
- From March to October, you will work as a Lawn Care Technician, applying fertilizer and weed control products to residential and/or commercial properties.
- From November to February, you will transition into a Door Knocking Representative, helping generate leads.
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This is a great fit for someone who enjoys physical, outdoor work during the warm months and engaging with people during the off-season.
Primary Responsibilities:
Lawn Care Technician (March – October)
- Apply lawn care treatments including fertilizer, pre/post-emergent weed control, and other turf products
- Follow scheduled routes and maintain timely service
- Maintain records of applications and customer interactions
- Inspect lawns for disease, pest issues, or customer concerns
- Operate a company vehicle and maintain application equipment
Door Knocking Representative (November – February)
What You’ll Do
• Visit residential neighborhoods to distribute flyers and introduce homeowners to Weed Man services
• Promote special offers and help generate leads for our sales team
• Communicate professionally and positively with potential customers
• Track daily activity and report results to your supervisor-
What We’re Looking For:
- Reliable and self-motivated with a strong work ethic
- Good communication and people skills
- Willing and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Comfortable walking for extended periods and lifting 40–50 lbs
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Must be 18 years or older
- Ability to follow safety procedures and application guidelines
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in lawn care, landscaping, or chemical application
- Pesticide applicator license (or willingness to obtain – training may be provided)
- Sales, canvassing, or customer service background
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Schedule:
- Lawn Care Season: Monday–Friday, 6AM(some weekends as needed)
- Door Knocking Season: 8AM-6PM
