What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spray Technician position at United Land Services?
Company Overview: United Land Services (ULS) is a leading full-service landscaping company, providing a comprehensive range of commercial landscape installation and maintenance services. Our expertise spans landscape design, maintenance, irrigation systems, hardscapes, and outdoor lighting. We proudly serve diverse properties, from single-family home developments to condominium complexes, commercial buildings, and shopping centers.
We are seeking a meticulous Spray Tech to join our team. In this integral role, you will be responsible for accurately customizing and applying fertilizers and pesticides to our customers' properties. You will operate various applicator equipment and perform maintenance on the equipment as necessary. Your expertise will help maintain the quality and integrity of our services.
Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy top pay that reflects your skills and dedication.
- Guaranteed Hours: Benefit from guaranteed hours with potential for overtime.
- Weekly Pay: Experience the convenience of weekly pay on Fridays.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Access health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a matching 401K plan.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): After 90 days of service, receive 5 days of annual paid time off, including holidays.
Responsibilities:
- Recommend and apply pesticides and fertilizers using specialized equipment and vehicles.
- Maintain accurate log books detailing applicated acres and activities.
- Perform maintenance and calibration on application equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Follow up on weed control in sprayed areas.
- Wear proper protective equipment, actively promote safety, and adhere to all codes, laws, regulations, and procedures.
- Participate in continuing education for maintaining pesticide applicator licenses and attend applicator equipment workshops.
- Perform various tasks, including soil sampling, fertilizer mixing, equipment maintenance, and transportation of chemicals, fertilizer, and seed.
- Fertilize, aerate fields, top dress the fields, perform sod repairs, and other necessary tasks for maintaining sports fields.
Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum of three years of experience in fertilizer and pesticide application.
- Certification: Current pesticide license/certification preferred or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. A PLUS: Certified Pest Control Operator (CPO) for Lawn and Ornamental.
- Knowledge and Skills: Familiarity with agricultural pesticides, weed identification, and mechanical aptitude.
- Communication: Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
