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The Weed Man Merrillville-Valparaiso, IN team, lives and works in the communities that we serve. Offering quality service is our main goal for our customers and neighbors. Meet your Merrillville-Valparaiso, IN Weed Man team of lawn specialists who are professionally trained to manage all of your lawn care needs. We're happy to introduce ourselves!

 

yates rubio - branch manager  

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Yates Rubio, the dedicated Branch Manager of Weed Man Lawn Care in Merrillville-Valparaiso, brings a unique vision to lawn care management. Hailing from Arlington Heights, Illinois, Yates is committed to creating a positive and nurturing workplace, aiming to uplift his team both professionally and personally. His philosophy revolves around fostering happy and motivated team members, believing it contributes to a fulfilling work-life balance.

Yates embarked on his Weed Man journey in the Technical department, steadily advancing through promotions and diverse experiences in Sales and Marketing. This varied background uniquely positioned him to assume the role of Merrillville-Valparaiso Branch Manager, a position he has excelled in, earning him the Branch Manager of the Year award in 2022.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Yates cherishes family time at parks, bike rides, and outdoor adventures. An avid music enthusiast, he frequents venues with his wife and close friends.

Yates possesses a distinctive skill set, adept at identifying lawn pests and diseases. His unexpected passion for grass has become a shared enthusiasm within his team. As 2024 marks a decade in lawn care, Yates Rubio remains a stalwart leader, cultivating not only thriving lawns but also a flourishing work culture for Weed Man.