Landscape Technician

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job.

COMPENSATION AND AVAILABLE BENEFITS

Benefits Available after 60 Days of Service

Benefits Available After 1 Year of Service

Benefits Available at Start of Employment

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Team members must be able to perform the following tasks during a typical 8+ hour day.

SEDENTARY WORK: Lifting up to 10#; occasionally lifting or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools. Work essentially involves sitting and is considered sedentary if only a small amount of walking and standing is necessary to carry out duties.

LIGHT WORK: Lifting up to 20#, frequently lifting or carrying objects up to 10#. Work is classified light if it requires walking or standing to a significant degree (regardless of weight lifted) or involves sitting most of the time with a degree or pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls.

LIGHT MEDIUM WORK: Lifting up to 30#; frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 20#.

MEDIUM WORK: Lifting up to 50#; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 25#.

LIGHT-HEAVY WORK: Lifting up to 80#; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 45#.

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HEAVY WORK: Lifting up to 100#; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 80#.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Specific schedules will be determined based on the weather and the general needs of the business.

You can work anywhere. So why work at Weller Brothers? We believe that we are the best employer in the Midwest. We care for our people, which goes beyond boasting “competitive wages and team culture” (although, we certainly provide those things, too!) Whether you’re a new high school grad looking for a career in the construction industry, a landscape architect with years of experience, or — like some of our employees — an adult seeking a totally new career path, we believe that you can be somebody here.

The Utility Specialist at Weller Brothers is responsible for a variety of lawn and landscape maintenance tasks, including fertilization, chemical applications, irrigation installation and repair, landscape bed maintenance, and pest control. The role requires strong technical knowledge in turf care, horticulture, and irrigation systems, as well as the ability to handle power equipment and chemicals in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The team members are expected to provide excellent client service by assisting clients promptly and courteously, answering questions, and providing information as needed. A Utility Specialist will perform and ensure all team members are executing all job responsibilities in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.