What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vegetation Control Technician position at DJ's Landscape Management?
Vegetation Control Technician
We are seeking a Vegetation Control Technician to join our team. This role involves managing vegetation control for our commercial clients, ensuring landscapes are maintained to the highest standards. The ideal candidate must be certified in Core and Category 6 (Right-of-Way and Weed Control) to perform weed spraying duties effectively and safely.
Team Member Benefits
- Competitive base pay: $22 - $28 per hour, based on experience
- Snow pay
- Priority Health Medical Insurance Plans
- Outstanding 401(k) plan, with up to 4% company match
- Company profit-sharing
- Dental / Vision
- Paid vacation days
- Team Member assistance program (EAP)
- Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance
- Best-in-Class equipment and facilities
- Top tier customer properties to take pride in servicing
- Training & Development opportunities
Desired Skills & Qualifications
- The ability to walk for long periods of time
- Able to carry a backpack sprayer weighing up to 50 pounds
- The capacity to work independently or with a lawn care crew
- The ability to identify common weeds of Michigan
- The ability to operate and care for assigned equipment
- Skill in reading map directions from a mobile device or hard copy
- Desire to work daily at the highest level of professionalism, quality, and performance
- Desire to work with a team to accomplish goals
- Ability to bend, squat, and lift for long periods of time
- Able to work outdoors in a wide variety of conditions for an extended period of time.
Job Requirements
- Certification in Core and Category 6 (Right-of-Way and Weed Control).
- A valid Michigan chauffeur’s license or the ability to obtain one.
- Ability to read pesticide labels and accurately measure pesticides according to label rate.
- Strong attention to detail and safety protocols.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
DJ's Landscape Management is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, new Team
Members are required to pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in random drug tests during their active employment.
DJ's Landscape Management is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
DJ's Landscape Management is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
Salary : $22 - $28
