Farm Pesticide Applicator

Pesticide Applicator/Spray Technician

Mason, Ohio

Pay range is $22 per hour with a premium spray rate of $30 per hour.

The Wm. A. Natorp Company is a family owned and operated company that has been growing annuals, perennials, shrubs, roses, and trees for Greater Cincinnati landscapers, nurseries, garden stores, parks, and municipalities since 1916. We have 150 acres under production that require the best of care, so we're looking for someone who is interested in being a part of our team as a year round employee.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: Summary

• Pesticide Applicator is responsible for applying fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides and assisting Growers in developing and implementing programs for continual process improvement related to water quality, water management, pest management, diagnostics and safety as it relates to pesticide applications.
• Pesticide Applicator will develop skills and knowledge for maximizing capabilities and achieve peak performance.
• Carry out the administrative tasks associated with IPM programs, scouting, data collection, resource training for maintaining certified pesticide applicator license, Maintain accurate, up-to-date records for WPS, SDS, required state records and postings.
• Create a career plan and develop personal, professional skills through continual education and certificate credits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES but not limited to the following:

• Responsible for assisting and implementing spray program created by grower with specific areas and timing intervals.
• Responsible for keeping pesticide records as it relates to the State of Ohio.
• Responsible for keeping a valid pesticide applicator license.
• Implement spray programs to control, eradicate, or cure as it relates to insects, weeds and diseases as directed by Growers.
• Implement, manage and supervise day-to-day operation of herbicide application (pre and post), when applicable.
• Develop a positive work culture where performance and quality output is achieved.
• Build relationships with other Coaches, Vendors, and Suppliers.
• Meet with Growers on a regular basis to provide updates on the progress of pesticide and herbicide applications with information on results of the process.
• Must manage chemical storage as it relates to personnel and environmental safety.
• Must be able to order and maintain adequate chemical inventory levels.
• be willing to work flexible hours including after hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position is under the direct supervision of the Growers and Facility Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Maintain current driver's license.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Reliable with reliable transportation.
• Our work is done outdoors in all types of weather. Conditions vary from day to day.
• Prefer a minimum of three years experience of nursery or related experience, with emphasis on chemical application.
• Applicators license is required.
• Plant and industry knowledge a must.
• Good oral and written skills.

Our Drug-Free Workplace Program includes post-accident with suspicion and Reasonable suspicion screening

Our Drug-Free Workplace Program includes post-accident with suspicion and reasonable suspicion screening.

The Wm. A. Natorp Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, national origin, race, religion, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws..

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed
• Year round work

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Pesticide Applicator’s License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mason, OH 45040 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mason, OH 45040: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $30