Licensed Lawn Care Spray Technician (IL) — 4-Day Work Week

Confidential

Alton, Illinois permanent

Posted: February 9, 2026

Job Description

Licensed Lawn Care Spray Technician (IL) — 4-Day Work Week
$20–$27/hour + $2,000 Signing Bonus (based on experience and license status)

Valid Driver’s License + Clean Driving Record Required

Element Turf & Outdoor Solutions is a fast-growing, locally owned lawn care company serving residential and commercial customers. We’re hiring an experienced Illinois-licensed spray technician who can run a route, communicate professionally with customers, and deliver high-quality turf results.

Why you’ll want this job

4-day work week (Mon–Thu) in season

$20–$27/hour (based on experience)

$2,000 signing bonus (based on experience, performance, and attendance)

Season runs late February through December

Winter work available (Snow Removal, Holiday Lights, shop work)

Accrued paid time off

Safety + technical training, and clear growth path (Lead Tech / Route Lead)

Schedule

Typical in-season hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:30am–5:30pm

Some overtime may be required during peak season (weather-dependent)

What you’ll do

Apply fertilizer, weed control, and pesticide treatments safely and efficiently

Run a daily route independently (with team support) while meeting quality standards

Communicate clearly with customers about services, expectations, and results (in person, phone, and written notes)

Support service estimates and recommend needed turf services

Perform turf-related services as needed: aeration, overseeding, seeding, and other turf duties

Safely operate and maintain professional equipment and materials

Drive company vehicles safely (truck/trailer and/or box truck as assigned)

Complete required documentation accurately (service notes, product use, safety protocols)

Must-have requirements

Illinois Pesticide Applicator License — required

Valid driver’s license + clean driving record — required

Able to read/write and communicate in English (service notes + customer communication)

Reliable transportation to/from the shop

Ability to work outdoors in heat/cold and lift 50 lbs regularly

Preferred qualifications

2+ years lawn spray / turf application experience

Customer-facing service experience and solid communication skills

Comfort working independently and staying organized on a route

Signing bonus

$2,000 based on experience, performance, and attendance

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