What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spray Technician position at Peak Landscape, Inc.?
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Responsible for pre-emergent, post-emergent, and fungicide applications.
- This includes treating trees, shrubs, flowerbeds and lawns using various herbicides, pesticides, insecticides and fungicides on commercial properties.
- Knowledge and ability to diagnose and/or identify turf and plant diseases
- Plant identification skills
- Mix chemicals in accordance with the label of the product we are handling
- Ensure a clean and safe environment for both self, fellow employees, and clients
- Ensure all equipment is maintained properly and being used in a safe manner, per its instructions and company policy
- Operate light to heavy vehicles, tools, and equipment in the application of various herbicides
- Safely apply chemical and fertilizing applications when needed and always within compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (such as EPA, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Environmental Regulation) as well as the items label and safety procedures
- Fill out chemical application reports
Requirements:
- Knowledge of rears agricultural spray tanks, hand shakers, belly grinder, backpack sprayers, tree injectors, etc
- Current and valid driver’s License
- Clean driving record
- Must be able to work outside regardless of the conditions as long as safety standards are upheld
- Current Oregon Pesticide Applicator License
- Minimum 3yrs of experience
- Can work independently and works well with others
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organizational and time management skills
About Us:
Founded in 2005, the mission of Peak Landscape, Inc. has always been to build long-term relationships based on quality workmanship, technical experience, and great customer service. We believe in honesty, integrity and responsibility and strive to be the workplace where employees who are genuinely interested in horticulture can earn a livelihood, feel good about their work and be proud of their accomplishments.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30