Overview
Weed Control Technician (Hard Surfaces) at TieTalent. Pro Lawn Ltd is an award-winning independent weed control and lawn treatment company providing vegetation management and weed control services for more than 20 years in South West Scotland.
We are recruiting a permanent Weed Control Technician specialising in the treatment of hard surfaces such as driveways, car parks, patios, paths, and other landscaped areas. Training will be provided on the job and in the classroom for the right person with the right attitude.
Responsibilities
* Application of herbicides on hard surfaces to control weeds and moss using knapsack and vehicle-mounted equipment.
* Application of moss and algae eliminator products to prevent slip hazards.
* Vegetation clearance from hard-surfaced areas, including mechanical and manual methods.
* Seasonal treatments to keep hard surfaces free from weeds, moss, and algae.
* Assisting with vegetation management in commercial and residential settings, including fence lines, gravel areas, and landscaped spaces.
* Providing additional support to the lawn treatment and scarification team during busy periods.
* Working as part of a team on Winter Garden Services, including pruning shrubs and bushes, lopping small trees, and tidying gardens.
* Occasional support for other grounds maintenance or garden improvement tasks as required.
Requirements and qualifications
* Polite, friendly, and courteous in all dealings with customers and colleagues.
* Confident communicator with excellent verbal skills to maintain outstanding customer service.
* Highly motivated and capable of working independently as well as in a team.
* Willing to work hard, apply common sense, and eager to learn new skills.
* Happy to assist the lawn treatment and scarification team when required, especially during seasonal peaks.
* Full driving licence is required; applications without a licence cannot be considered.
* Comfortable using smart mobile devices to receive job instructions and record work via a job management app (full training provided).
* PA1 and PA6 certification would be advantageous or a willingness to undertake training and examination for both within an agreed timeframe after starting.
Contract and location
* Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
* Work Location: In person
* Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)
Benefits
* Competitive pay rate £12.30–£12.50 per hour (based on age and experience)
* 38.5-hour working week
* Monday to Thursday: 8:00am–5:00pm
* Friday: 7:45am–2:45pm
* 28 days annual leave (including public holidays) for permanent staff
* Bonus incentive scheme
* Competitive pension contribution
* Company uniform, van, and mobile phone provided
We aim to fill this position as soon as possible. If you meet the requirements and would like to join our professional team, please submit your up-to-date CV without delay.
Location mentions: Kilmarnock, Scotland, United Kingdom; Prestwick, Scotland, United Kingdom (listed).
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