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Spray Technician

Join our dedicated team as a Spray Technician, where you will play a crucial role in applying herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides to enhance the health of plants and soil in various settings. Your expertise will ensure effective pest management and contribute to beautiful landscapes.

Job Type : Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay : Competitive, Hourly

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans

• 401K retirement savings plan

• Company vehicles for eligible management roles

• Employee education reimbursement programs

• Incentives and bonuses for qualifying positions

• Events for employee appreciation

• Training programs for management and skills development

• Opportunities for business development

• Financial counseling and advice

• Safety training sessions

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Operate various vehicles and equipment safely for pesticide and lawn care applications, including trucks and sprayers.

• Accurately apply pesticides according to guidelines and within regulatory standards set by federal, state, and local agencies.

• Prepare and mix chemical agents, ensuring proper safety precautions and clean-up post-application.

• Adhere to all safety instructions for using and mixing chemical agents.

• Complete additional tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize diverse information.

• Problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve issues promptly.

• Capability to gather and analyze information skillfully, and engage in group problem-solving.

• Dependable and responsible, able to commit to flexible hours as needed.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of one year of experience with horticultural spraying on commercial or residential properties.

• Proven knowledge of horticultural chemicals and spraying techniques.

• Basic understanding of industry dynamics and contacts within the landscaping field.

• Familiarity with national or state spraying regulations is essential.

• A valid Weed & Right of Way License and/or Ornamental & Turf License is required.

Pre-Screen:

• Applicants may undergo a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and/or motor vehicle record check.

Licenses & Certifications:

• A driver's license is preferred but not mandatory.

Physical Requirements:

• RARE (less than 10%): Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs

• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Sitting, Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Reading, Pushing, Climbing Ladders, Lifting Up to 50 lbs.

• FREQUENT (up to 66%): Standing, Walking, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Lifting Over 10lbs. to 50 lbs., Hearing - Speech Range, Lifting, Carrying, Pulling, Balancing, Lifting Up to 10 lbs.

• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Sense of Touch, Seeing Distant, Climbing, Gripping, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, Depth Perception

We invite individuals with disabilities who seek reasonable accommodations to reach out for support. We pride ourselves on partnering with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all new employees.

Benefits

We offer a robust benefits program to safeguard our team's health, wellness, and financial security. Eligible employees can access medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on their first day. For more details regarding benefits for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note:

• All job offers are contingent on passing a drug screening and background check.

• Unless otherwise stated, we do not sponsor work authorization for this position.

Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters if a Service Agreement has been signed in advance and recruitment services requested for this position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, with no fees owed to any recruiter or agency.