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Robertson Lawn Care

(Searching for a recent Retiree) Lawn Care Helper - 3 days/wk

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $40,560/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Springfield, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/17/2026

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What they do

A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.

$34,165 / year median in Illinois

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Are you recently retired and looking for a flexible job that keeps you active? (Set your own schedule, and stay flexible) Do you like being outdoors on nice days? Do you like a job where every day is different? A role with locally owned Robertson Lawn Care is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to stay active, at their own pace. Work Independently 2-4 days per week - always done by 4:30p.m. We offer a flexible board where you can pick and choose your days you'd like to help the team. This seasonal position typically begins employment in March or April and ends in fall. We specialize in lawn health (fertilizer, weed control, seeding, aerating) and DO NOT do any back breaking mowing / trimming / landscaping type of work. (Special Note from the owners

Andy & Jack Robertson:

Everyone is hiring, come talk to us to find out why our typical team member spends 15+ years working with us!)

REQUIREMENTS

Must enjoy working outdoors, independently.
Must complete paid company training.
Must have a source of reliable transportation to and from work, and a valid drivers license.
Must have ability to lift 50#.
Must be comfortable pulling a trailer with a standard size pickup truck.
Be able to safely operate basic motorized equipment such as ride on spreader / ride on aerator. (training will be provided) Benefits
Flexible scheduling! Set your own schedule and help our team out as little or as much as you would like.
Done working daily by 4:30p.m. to keep your evenings free and clear of work obligations.
Uniforms provided. Responsibilities
Fertilization & Weed Control
Ride on equipment for spraying and aerating.
Loading and unloading 50# bags and equipment
Other duties as administered

About Robertson Lawn Care:

Since 1977, we've been the local leader in lawn care - specifically Fertilization, Weed Control & Lawn Aeration. We don't do any mowing, and you won't be responsible for selling anything. We strive to keep our employees happy and on our team for the long haul. There are no long hours or daily quotas. Our average employee spends almost two decades working with us.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person