# Lawn & Pest Technician - $20-$22 per hour based on experience. > Village Green · Plano, United States · Full-time · Posted 2024-12-13 **Workplace:** on_site ## Description **Lawn Health & Pest Technician – $20/hr + Benefits** Location: Plano, TX (75074) - Local Routes in Garland, Mesquite, Forney, Plano, Richardson, & East Dallas Schedule: Monday–Friday (Occasional Saturdays) Pay: $20-$22 per hour based on experience + Full Benefits + Weekly Paychecks Village Green Lawn & Pest has served North Texas homeowners since 1980. We're a family-owned company based in Plano — and we're growing. This is a full-time field technician role servicing residential lawn care, pest control, and mosquito treatment routes across Garland, Mesquite, Forney, Plano, Richardson, and East Dallas. This is year-round outdoor work in North Texas — hot summers, cold winter mornings, and physically active days. We're direct about that upfront because the right candidate will see it as a feature, not a drawback. We welcome both entry-level applicants (we'll train the right person) and experienced technicians from lawn care, pest control, landscaping, or similar outdoor field roles. What we offer: $20-$22/hr, weekly paychecks, health insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) with company match, company truck, uniforms, and equipment — plus structured onboarding and a clear path to grow with a company that's been here for 46 years. Pay rate is determined by experience. A resume is required to be considered. **First — The Reality of the Role** This is **100% outdoor work, year-round** in North Texas. That means: - Hot summers - Cold winter mornings - Physically active days If your background is strictly office-based, this role likely isn’t the right fit. We believe in being direct so we don’t waste your time or ours. ### Two Ways to Qualify **Entry Level — No Industry Experience Required - Pay rate is $20 per hour** We’re happy to train the right person. You bring: - Strong work ethic and reliability - Willingness to learn and accept coaching - Comfort working outdoors year-round Training includes structured onboarding, ride-alongs, and licensing support. **Experienced Technicians - Lawn / Pest / Mosquito / Outdoor Field Roles - Pay rate is $22 per hour** Candidates with relevant field experience will ramp up faster. **Helpful experience includes:** - Lawn care - Pest control - Mosquito control - Landscaping - Outdoor service routes - Other physically active field roles **What You'll Do** - Service residential properties on a daily route - Apply lawn care, mosquito, and pest control treatments - Inspect properties and recommend solutions - Communicate professionally with homeowners - Maintain accurate service records - Keep your truck and equipment clean and organized - Follow safety procedures for equipment and materials **Requirements** - Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (MVR required) - Age **25+** (insurance requirement) - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical work - Reliable, professional, and self-motivated - Strong communication skills (English required; Spanish is a plus) - Live within driving distance of Plano, Richardson, Garland, Frisco, or McKinney **Important Application Requirement - A resume is required.** Applications submitted without a resume are considered incomplete. We will follow up once to request it. If we do not receive a response within approximately 24 hours, we will move forward with other candidates. _If your resume does not show outdoor work experience, please include a brief note explaining:_ - Why you’re interested in an outdoor career - Why you believe you will succeed in a physically demanding role **Pay, Benefits & What We Provide** **Pay** - **Pay:** $20-$22 /hour based on experience - Weekly paychecks via direct deposit **Schedule** - Monday-Friday daytime routes - Optional Saturday overtime during peak season **Benefits** - Health insurance - Paid holidays and paid vacation time - 401(k) with company match **Tools & Support** - Company truck and tools provided for your route - Uniforms, equipment, and safety gear supplied - Structured onboarding and ride-alongs - Ongoing coaching, training, and support - Clear career path with room to grow **Apply today to begin the process and learn more about building a long-term career with Village Green Lawn & Pest.** ## Requirements **What You Bring (**_**THIS PART REALLY MATTERS)**_ This is a **100% outdoor job**, year-round. North Texas weather can be hot, cold, humid, or windy—sometimes all in one week. If your background is strictly office-based, this role likely isn’t the right fit. We believe in being transparent so we don’t waste your time—or ours_**!**_ - Experience working outdoors (lawn care, landscaping, construction, delivery, pest control, or similar) - Strong work ethic and reliability (show up on time, ready to work) - Willingness to learn, accept coaching, and improve your skills - Customer-focused, respectful, and professional attitude - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically active work - Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (MVR required) - Must be **25+ years old** (insurance requirement) - Strong communication skills in English (Spanish is a plus) - Live within driving distance of Plano, Richardson, Garland, Frisco, or McKinney - Bonus Not Required: 1-2 years of lawn, pest, or fertilization experience - Bonus Not Required: Texas 3A Lawn & Ornamental License (we'll help you get licensed if needed) ## Benefits **Extras:** - **What We Provide** - **$20/hour** starting pay, plus **overtime opportunities** - **Comprehensive benefits** including health insurance & 401(k) with company match - **Weekly paychecks via direct deposit** - **Paid holidays and vacation time** - **Company truck, uniforms, tools, and safety gear** provided - **Consistent Monday–Friday schedule** (optional Saturday overtime) - **Stable, long-term career path** with room to grow ## Apply [Apply at Village Green](https://apply.workable.com/village-green/j/4C9CF2F376/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)