Spray Technician

Job Title: Spray Technician

About Us

At Marcum’s Nursery, we’re passionate about helping our customers create beautiful outdoor spaces. With a focus on high-quality plants, expert advice, and a welcoming environment, we’ve become a trusted resource for garden enthusiasts in the community. We believe that a love for plants and the outdoors brings people together, and we’re committed to supporting our customers and team members with that same passion.

Job Description

The Spray Technician is responsible for monitoring the health of plants in our greenhouses and nursery grounds and applying treatments to prevent and manage pests and diseases. This role involves routine plant inspections, identifying potential threats, and ensuring that all pesticide and fungicide applications follow safety regulations and best practices. Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail, a proactive approach to plant care, and a commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Plant Health Monitoring: Regularly inspect greenhouse and nursery plants for signs of pests, diseases, or nutrient deficiencies.
• Application of Treatments: Safely apply pesticides, fungicides, and other plant treatments as needed to maintain plant health.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate application logs, including chemicals used, application dates, and treatment effectiveness.
• Compliance & Safety: Follow all federal, state, and local regulations regarding pesticide use, handling, and disposal. Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Equipment Maintenance: Properly calibrate, clean, and maintain spray equipment for effective and safe operation.
• Environmental Stewardship: Use integrated pest management (IPM) strategies to minimize chemical use.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with greenhouse staff, nursery managers, and sales associates to maintain plant health.
• Training Completion: Participate in required training sessions, including Pesticide Safety, Disease Identification, Pest Identification, and Proper Application Techniques.

Benefits

We value our team members and are committed to supporting them. Here’s what we offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Employee Discount on plants and gardening supplies
• Paid Time Off for Full- and Part-Time Employees
• Opportunities for Professional Development in customer service and horticulture
• Work Outdoors and enjoy a daily connection with nature in a beautiful environment
• A supportive, friendly work environment focused on growth and learning

Qualifications

• Prior experience in plant care, horticulture, or pesticide application preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required pesticide applicator licenses or certifications
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify plant health issues
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and perform physically demanding tasks
• Knowledge of integrated pest management (IPM) principles is a plus

If you’re energetic, enjoy working outdoors, and are committed to helping others, we’d love to have you join our team!

Apply today and be part of creating an exceptional shopping experience for our customers.