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Health insurance Turf & Plant Health Specialist Build a Career in Professional Turf & Plant Health Management with Lawn Doctor At Lawn Doctor of Savannah & Beaufort County, we're looking for ...

Lawn Doctor wants you to be part of our family of professionals as we care for the outdoor quality of nice homes for good people. A day in the life of our team members- FULL and PART TIME LAWN & TURF ...

Operations Assistant Manager

Miami, FL · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Lawn Doctor We are seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Assistant Manager to oversee daily operations for our turf maintenance team. This role is responsible for managing technicians ...

Lawn Care Technician

New City, NY · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Customer service or residential service industries About Lawn Doctor Lawn Doctor is a nationally recognized leader in lawn care, turf treatment, and outdoor pest control services. We provide ...

A day in the life of our team members- FULL and PART TIME LAWN & TURF SPECIALISTS- * Welcoming Fire ... Lawn Doctor locations across the country offer phenomenal employment opportunities.* Whether you're ...

Vision insurance Lawn Doctor of St. Louis / St. Charles Sales Professional - Lawn Care / Turf Focus We're a locally owned Lawn Doctor franchise building a team around accountability, knowledge, and ...

Knowledge of turf care and identification of common weeds, insects and turf diseases. * Ability to ... Lawn Doctor locations across the country offer phenomenal employment opportunities.* Whether you're ...

Health insurance Lawn Doctor of South Austin-San Marcos is looking for motivated individuals who ... We specialize in lawn treatments that improve turf health and solve lawn problems. Why Join Us Work ...

Lawn Care Specialist

Spokane, WA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Competitive salary Lawn Doctor is looking an individual dedicated to providing high-quality ... turf, tree/shrub care, pest control, and also help to educate customers on landscape care ...

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How much do turf doctor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for turf doctor in the United States is $25.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Turf Doctor vs Turf Technician?

AspectTurf Doctor
CertificationsTypically requires pesticide application licenses, turf management certifications
Work EnvironmentGolf courses, sports fields, commercial lawns
Job FocusDiagnosing turf issues, applying treatments, maintaining turf health
Employer & IndustryLandscaping companies, golf courses, sports facilities

While both Turf Doctors and Turf Technicians work in turf management, Turf Doctors often focus on diagnosing complex turf problems and applying specialized treatments, requiring specific certifications. Turf Technicians typically handle routine maintenance and basic treatments. The Turf Doctor role involves more advanced knowledge and diagnostic skills, making it suitable for those with specialized training in turf health management.

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Infographic showing various Turf Doctor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,920 per year, or $25.4 per hour.
Turf & Plant Health Specialist

Turf & Plant Health Specialist

Lawn Doctor

New City, NY • On-site

$800 - $1.2K/wk

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago


Lawn Doctor rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 34 rated gardening and landscaping


Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance

Turf & Plant Health Specialist
Build a Career in Professional Turf & Plant Health Management with Lawn Doctor
At Lawn Doctor of Savannah & Beaufort County, we're looking for knowledgeable, motivated professionals who want more than just a lawn care job. We're seeking individuals with education or experience in turfgrass management, horticulture, agronomy, plant sciences, landscaping, or related fields who enjoy diagnosing problems, building customer relationships, and improving outdoor environments.
This position combines hands-on field work, plant health diagnostics, customer consultation, and treatment planning. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to homeowners, helping them solve turf, tree, and shrub issues while developing customized treatment recommendations.
Depending on your experience, certifications, education, and industry knowledge, compensation is flexible and may exceed our standard technician pay structure.
What We Offer
  • Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
  • Performance bonuses and commission opportunities
  • Benefits package available
  • Paid training and continuing education
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Company vehicle during work hours
  • Independent route-based work environment
  • Supportive team culture focused on professional growth
  • Opportunity to build expertise in turfgrass and ornamental plant health

What You'll Do
As a Turf & Plant Health Specialist, you will:
  • Diagnose lawn, tree, and shrub health issues
  • Identify turfgrass diseases, insect damage, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental stress factors
  • Develop customized treatment recommendations for customers
  • Apply professional lawn, tree, and shrub care treatments
  • Perform fertilization, weed control, insect control, fungicide applications, aeration, and Tree/Shrub services
  • Educate customers on proper cultural practices and long-term plant health strategies
  • Conduct property evaluations and consultations
  • Build strong customer relationships through regular communication and follow-up
  • Maintain accurate treatment records and service documentation
  • Assist with training and mentoring team members as your expertise grows
  • Operate equipment and service vehicles safely and professionally

Qualifications
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage a daily route
  • Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly
  • Comfortable working outdoors year-round
  • Strong problem-solving and diagnostic abilities
  • Professional appearance and customer-focused attitude

Preferred Education & Experience
Highly preferred:
  • Degree in Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, Agronomy, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Forestry, or related field

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  • Equivalent industry experience in:
    • Lawn care
    • Golf course maintenance
    • Sports turf management
    • Landscape management
    • Arboriculture
    • Plant healthcare
    • Pest management

Additional qualifications that are highly valued:
  • Experience identifying turfgrass diseases and insect activity
  • Knowledge of ornamental tree and shrub care
  • Familiarity with fertilizer, herbicide, fungicide, and insecticide programs
  • State pesticide applicator licensing
  • Turfgrass diagnostic experience
  • Sales or customer consultation experience

About Lawn Doctor
Lawn Doctor of Savannah & Beaufort County has been helping homeowners achieve healthier lawns and landscapes for over 35 years. We specialize in turf management, tree and shrub care, fertilization, weed control, aeration, soil health, and outdoor pest management.
We're looking for professionals who want to build a career, expand their expertise, and become trusted advisors for our customers.
If you're passionate about plant health, enjoy working outdoors, and want the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and grow your career with Lawn Doctor
Compensation: $800.00 - $1,200.00 per week
Our Franchisees Need People Like You
Here at Lawn Doctor, we have a very simple approach to our work-be safe, have fun, and change the world one lawn at a time. It's the kind of approach that, not surprisingly, has led us to the highest customer satisfaction and retention rates in the industry.
Lawn Doctor locations across the country offer phenomenal employment opportunities.* Whether you're an experienced technician or just starting out on your career path, all you need is a passion for success and a strong work ethic to be a candidate to join your local Lawn Doctor franchise. No matter the task, our independent operators know that every Lawn Doctor employee plays an important role in providing customers with the great results they expect, while making the local community a little happier. Your work will never go unappreciated.
Since each of our franchises is locally owned, you'll get to work for and with people in your area and become part of a close-knit Lawn Doctor family. If you enjoy working outdoors, being largely self-directed with little supervision, and would like a chance to help make the world a greener place, we would love to talk to you.
We appreciate your interest and hope to have you on board a local franchise team as soon as possible.
* All Lawn Doctor locations are independently owned and operated. All positions identified here are positions offered by individual Lawn Doctor franchisees.

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