GROW YOUR CAREER WITH OUR TEAM! Mariani Enterprises, LLC has an opening for a full-time Landscaping Specialist with a valid Pesticide License to work in our Lake Bluff, IL location.

Landscaping Specialist - Pesticide License Summary

A landscaping specialist performs chemical applications for pest prevention or other landscaping needs. Conduct routine safety inspections of equipment, maintain proper chemical storage and mixing areas that comply with local and federal regulations, and manage inventory and usage of fertilizer and pesticides. Duties include operating sprayers and spreaders to treat specific landscape pests and nutritional deficiencies. Employ integrated pest management techniques and best practices. Applies to turf, natural areas, rose care, and plant health care services as described by Mariani Landscape.

Landscaping Specialist - Pesticide Application Pay & Perks:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• 401(k) plan with company match
• PPO & HMO health insurance options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• FSA
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid time Off
• 7 paid Holidays per year including discretionary year-end holiday shut-down
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

Landscaping Specialist - Pesticide Application Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in the landscape industry.
• Possess a valid Illinois driver’s license.
• Possess a valid Illinois Operators Pesticide License or ability to obtain one
• Ability to speak and communicate (verbal and written) in English.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with clients and other Mariani associates.
• Demonstrate acceptable level of basic plant recognition and horticultural knowledge.
• Ability to deliver quality results under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of pertinent equipment operation.
• Demonstrate accountability for work being performed and completed on schedule.
• Ability to train, lead, and direct the work of others and delegate tasks.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety and practicing safe work behaviors.
• Demonstrate a safe driving history, including the operation of Mariani vehicles.

Landscaping Specialist - Pesticide License Responsibiitlies:

• Follow company policies, procedures, and work standards.
• Act as a resource and liaison to Mariani clients while at the job site.
• Communicate problems, client concerns, associate matters, etc. to the Production Coordinator in a timely manner.
• Participate in safety and training meetings.
• Manage and participate in the work performed at each job site applying product and horticultural practices.
• Arrive for each workday on time and prepared, including dressed in the appropriate Mariani uniform.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned.

About Us:
Mariani Enterprises, LLC has built its business across more than 60 years and three generations, establishing itself as the industry leader in residential landscape. Headquartered in Lake Bluff, Illinois, Mariani’s reputation for impeccable design creativity, build excellence and high touch service puts them in their own category. Their work grows out of their mission-to create and maintain unique, quality environments for the benefit of their clients and community. The results include long-standing, multi-generational client relationships, career development opportunities across all disciplines, best of class certifications (ISO 9001) and industry accolades (NALP, ASLA, ILCA, PLN, LUXE RED, etc), and exponential market growth now happening nationwide. Add in Mariani’s exceptional work culture and their growth potential is unsurpassed.