What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spray Technician (ID 4210982) position at WorkSource?
A Current iMatchSkills® account is required prior to referral to the employer.
Lawn and tree spray technicians are ground maintenance specialists who keep lawn, trees & flowerbeds healthy by eliminating unwanted insects, funguses, and vegetation. This includes treating trees, shrubs, flowerbeds and lawns with herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides. Technicians will apply various pesticides, weed killers and insecticides to the area needed to be treated. You are dispatched from the main office each day and use company work trucks to move from job to job.
Minimum Requirement
- Eighteen (18) years of age or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Two (2) year experience as a spray technician
- Have Pesticide Applicator License before first day of employment
- Valid drivers license to drive to various worksites using company vehicles
Employer Notes:
- The ideal applicant will be a good worker, reliable and gets along well with others
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- This employer will conduct a DMV records check before first day of employment; for the last 3 years
Job Duties:
- Problem solving skills
- Basic computer / tablet skills
- Good with mathematics
- Interpersonal communications skills
- Independent worker & work well with other
- Organizational and time management skills
- Work independently with little or no supervision
- Basic knowledge of broadleaf turf weeds
- Willing to work in the rain
- Knowledge and ability to diagnose turf and plant issues
- Plant identification skills
- Prepare and mix chemicals in a proper and safe manner
- Ensure a clean and safe environment for both self, fellow employees, and clients
- 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) and safety procedures
- Walk and be on your feet most of the day and work in all weather conditions
- Move and maneuver up to 50 pounds of supplies, chemicals, tools and equipment
- Other duties, responsibilities and /or task as assigned
Pay / Benefits:
- $19 to $30 per hour depending on experience and qualifications / negotiable
- Medical, Aflac, holiday pay, paid time off, and 401k after 60 days
Hours:
- Monday through Friday starting from 7 or 8 am; working 8 plus hours a day; occasional Saturday's
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $30
