Plant Health and Turf Manager at Confidential Client

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Nashville, TN Until 10/3/2026 3+ years exp First posted August 4, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job description

Our Client is seeking an experienced Plant Health & Turf Manager to lead plant health care and turf management operations for a portfolio of high-end residential and commercial properties in the Nashville area.

Compensation & Benefits for our client’s Plant Health & Turf Manager:

· $65,000–$75,000 starting annual salary, based on experience

· Generous PTO

· 401(k) with 3% company match

What We're Looking For:

· 3+ years of experience in plant health care, turf management, or commercial landscape maintenance.

· 1–2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.

· Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.

· Strong knowledge of plant identification, turfgrass management, insect and disease diagnosis, and irrigation practices.

· Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, Turfgrass Management, Plant Science, or a related field preferred.

What You'll Do:

· Develop and manage customized plant health and turf care programs.

· Diagnose and treat insects, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, weeds, and environmental stress using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices.

· Oversee fertilization, aeration, overseeding, and turf renovations.

· Lead mosquito, mole, and armadillo management programs.

· Conduct property inspections, prepare treatment recommendations, and build strong client relationships.

· Supervise, train, and support field technicians while ensuring safe, efficient operations and regulatory compliance.

· Other duties as assigned.

About this role

Summary

Lead plant health and turf management for high-end properties, diagnose issues, oversee treatments, and supervise staff.

Job title

Plant Health and Turf Manager

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

landscaping

Location requirements

must be in Nashville, TN; remote not allowed

Salary

$65k–$75k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

plant identificationturfgrass managementdisease diagnosisinsect diagnosispesticide licensing

Preferred skills

horticultureagronomyturfgrass managementsupervisory experienceclient relations

Specializations

plant health careturf managementpesticide applicationirrigationIPM
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Nashville, TN, USA

On-site City