What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Spray Technician position at The University of Southern Mississippi?
Responsiblefor identification, control, and eradication of weeds and other ornamentalpests on campus grounds areas. May be required to remove weeds by hand ifneeded. Other duties include applying fertilizer to shrubs, trees, and turf.This position is considered essential personnel and requires storm duty whenneeded.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs routine weed inspections and treatments for the Hattiesburg campus. Schedules and safely apply herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides to control weed and pest populations. Applies granular and liquid fertilizers to turf and ornamentals. Prepares and mixes chemicals according to specific formulas and regulations. Removes weeds mechanically and manually where needed.
- Safely stores chemicals, supplies, and equipment. Keeps MSDS book up to date and accessible to all staff. Ensures all chemical storage, transportation and disposal follows regulations.
- Follows established safety procedures including proper equipment calibration, PPE requirements, and equipment maintenance.
- If needed mows, trims, blows, and cleans debris from grounds.
- Keeps accurate records of all fertilizer and pesticide applications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED and one year of experience / training with grounds maintenance, landscape maintenance, and spraying / handling pesticides. Valid driver's license required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certificate from the State of Mississippi issued by the Department of Agriculture.
