Senior Plant Health Care & Lawn Care Technician

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent The Todd Group, an industry leader in high-end landscape design-build and estate management.

If you’re a skilled plant health care professional who takes pride in precision, professionalism, and delivering exceptional results on high-end properties, this is your opportunity to join one of Northern New Jersey’s most respected landscape organizations.

What’s in it for You?

• Full-time, year-round position

• Pay range of $26 to $30 per hour based on experience and capability

• Overtime opportunities during peak seasons

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

• Health and dental insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days

• Annual education and certification allowance

• Membership support for professional industry organizations

• Career growth opportunities within a growing plant health care and turf program

• Work on prestigious residential estates and luxury outdoor environments

• Access to advanced equipment, systems, and horticultural practices

• Supportive leadership team focused on craftsmanship, safety, and long-term success

Why You’ll Love It Here

• The Todd Group has been creating award-winning outdoor spaces since 1975

• Join a company known for craftsmanship, innovation, and exceptional client service

• Work alongside licensed landscape architects, certified arborists, and experienced landscape professionals

• Strong team culture centered around professionalism, accountability, sustainability, and continuous improvement

• High level of autonomy with support from an experienced PHC and lawn care team

• Opportunity to take ownership of a senior-level route with meaningful responsibility

• Work for a company that values quality workmanship and long-term relationships

• Be part of a growing organization expanding its plant health care and estate management operations

Your New Role

• Perform plant health care and lawn care services for high-end residential properties throughout Far Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

• Diagnose and treat tree, shrub, plant, and turf health issues using integrated pest management practices

• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides, weed control products, insect control products, and seasonal treatments safely and accurately

• Perform foliar sprays, trunk injections, soil amendments, and root-zone treatments

• Conduct mosquito and tick control applications as assigned

• Conduct inspections to identify pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental stressors

• Operate and calibrate sprayers, spreaders, injectors, and other application equipment

• Maintain accurate digital records for treatments, observations, recommendations, and follow-up services

• Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams regarding landscape health findings and treatment recommendations

• Recommend additional services when appropriate based on property needs and best practices

• Support larger projects and tight application windows by collaborating with fellow technicians

• Perform routine truck and equipment maintenance while maintaining organized and compliant storage practices

• Support team development by sharing best practices and assisting with technician training when needed

• Maintain high standards for safety, compliance, and property appearance

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

• 4+ years of experience in plant health care, lawn care applications, arboriculture, horticulture, landscaping, or turf management

• Strong knowledge of plant, tree, shrub, turf, pest, and disease identification

• Experience performing fertilizer, pesticide, fungicide, and lawn treatment applications

• Experience diagnosing plant and landscape health issues independently

• NJ Pesticide Applicator License preferred, including Core and relevant categories such as 3A, 3B, or 8B

• Willingness to obtain required licensing with company support if not currently licensed

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Ability to safely operate and maintain application equipment and company vehicles

• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills

• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and compliance

• Experience working on high-end residential properties preferred

• Horticulture, arboriculture, turf, or related education is a plus

• ISA credentials are a plus

• Ability to lift and carry field materials and equipment and work on uneven terrain

• Career-minded attitude with a strong work ethic and team mentality

The Todd Group 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