What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Course Spray Technician position at Black Diamond Ranch Golf Club?
Job Description:
Performs chemical applications on the golf course and fertilizes tees, greens and fairways; applies chemicals on greens. The Spray Technician is responsible for reading, understanding and keeping current with Safety Data Sheets (SDS). This position is also responsible for compiling preliminary reports of pesticide usage for the Golf Course Superintendent.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Spray prescribed amounts of fertilizer, insecticide, herbicide and fungicide, using hoses taking care not to injure turf or shrubs.
- Fill sprayer tank with chemicals and water according to formula, using hose or pump.
- May use portable spray equipment.
- Assist superintendent with correct calibrations of all spray equipment.
- Assist superintendent in planning current and long-range spray programs.
- Maintain daily spray records.
- Assist superintendent in maintaining proper chemical inventory.
- Post notification of any spray application to customers.
- Responsible for the direct preventive maintenance of all equipment associated with the task of spraying.
- Read, understand and keep current with all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
- Perform routine safety inspections on all spraying equipment.
- Maintain chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with county, state and federal regulations.
- Incorporates safe work practices in job performance
- Regular & reliable attendance
- May be asked to change pins and tee markers
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Degree/Licenses:
One to three years golf course experience. Have or be able to obtain a Florida spray license.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body; be able to reach overhead; be able to work in various positions, including stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time; be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks and is frequently able to lift 50 pounds of weight through the work day. Employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, mechanical hazards.
Black Diamond is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Morning shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18