Agronomist

MONARCH LANDSCAPE COMPANIES

Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States. We are a values-based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. At Monarch Landscape Companies, your achievements determine your rewards, your abilities define your success, and your professionalism leads to autonomy!

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking an experienced Agronomist to support our maintenance operations across multiple regions in the United States. This role involves developing tailored agronomic plans, collaborating with local teams, ensuring the proper application of fertilizers and chemicals, and addressing a range of agronomic challenges to maintain landscape health and aesthetics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agronomy, experience working with commercial landscape companies, and a willingness to travel frequently to consult, train, and support regional teams.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Ph.D. in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Science, or a related field.
• Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) or similar certification.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in agronomy, preferably in the commercial landscape maintenance sector.

Specialized Skills

• In-depth knowledge of regional variations in soil, climate, and pest/disease management across different U.S. geographies.
• Proven ability to develop and implement fertilization and chemical programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for training staff and interfacing with customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and regions while maintaining a high level of service.
• Familiarity with landscape management software or tools for tracking chemical applications.
• English required; Spanish preferred.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Constantly required to talk, hear, see, sit, stand and walk
• Must be able to see at close vision, distant vision, peripherally, have depth perception and have the ability to adjust focus
• Frequent use of hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls
• Frequently required to reach, bend, twist, stoop, crouch, climb and balance
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and seldom lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequent travel 60-70% of the time
• Occasionally works with mechanical objects and outside in all weather conditions
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals
• Occasionally exposed to loud noise levels

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Create region-specific fertilization and chemical application plans based on soil conditions and climate.
• Train certified applicators and crew foremen on safe chemical application techniques, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and PPE usage.
• Work with Branch Managers to determine product quantities and optimal application timing for cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate with procurement teams and suppliers to develop cost-effective chemical programs while monitoring budgets.
• Serve as a key contact for clients, providing recommendations and solving landscape-related issues.
• Conduct soil sampling and analysis, manage pest and weed issues using integrated pest management (IPM) strategies.
• Evaluate and optimize irrigation systems while developing strategies for effective stormwater management.
• Execute seasonal fertilization and pest control programs, adapting to weather patterns and conducting field trials for new products.
• Collect and analyze data on program effectiveness, providing reports on landscape health and chemical usage.
• Promote environmentally friendly practices and develop low-impact pest and fertilization programs.

Total Rewards

At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits, including:

• The opportunity to enroll in a variety of healthcare benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision plan options; flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; term life/ad&d; and a number of supplemental insurances
• Company Provided Life/AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 3 Days Paid Bereavement
• 5 Days Paid Jury Duty
• Employee Equity Program
• Paid Time Off Plan
• Sick Pay in accordance with applicable state or local ordinance
• On-Demand Pay Through A Partnership with DailyPay
• Referral Bonuses Programs
• Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts
• Education Assistance
• Best-in-Class Learning Management System
• Career Advancement Opportunities

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations, and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions.

Pay Range: $120,000 - $150,000

Monarch Landscape Companies is an EEO and E-Verify participating employer.

Monarch Landscape Companies is an On Demand Daily Pay employer.