Spray Technician Position Available In Pinellas, Florida

Spray Technician 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Largo, FL Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.

Mission:

Provide Superior Services that

Inspire Community Pride Vision:

To be the Community of Choice in

Tampa Bay Values:

Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity Largo’s commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.

CITY OF LARGO

… Naturally A Great Place to Work!

Closing:

07/5/2025

Salary:

$18.31 hourly rate

Job Summary:

Make a visible impact in Largo’s beautiful outdoor spaces! Are you passionate about plant health and maintaining vibrant landscapes? Join our Parks team as a Spray Technician, where you’ll play a key role in protecting and enhancing the City’s green spaces. This hands-on position involves both technical and manual work applying chemical treatments to control plant pests and diseases across parks, rights-of-way, and public landscapes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

What You’ll Do:

Apply herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers following safety and environmental guidelines Identify plant pests, diseases, and treatment needs Assist with landscape maintenance and integrated pest management practices Work independently after training, with support from the Horticulture Technician and Supervisor Help ensure Largo remains a beautiful, thriving community for all residents and visitors

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED Certification in chemical application for plant health OR equivalent combination of education and experience State of Florida Restricted Pesticide License (Ornamental & Turf and Right-of-Way) required within 6 months of hire Aquatic Weed Control license may be required, depending on assignment Valid Florida Driver’s License Why Work for Largo? Competitive pay and great benefits Supportive and inclusive team culture Opportunities for professional growth and licensing Work that directly improves your community Apply today and grow your career while keeping Largo green and healthy!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay. Leadership Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture Management Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance Technical Applies herbicide, fungicide, and insecticide chemicals by power pressure or hand spraying and dusting in the control of diseases, insects, and injuries to various species of plants located in City parks, parkways, rights of way, nurseries, and lawns Mixes chemicals by prescribed procedures; fills spray units and transports equipment to designated work sites; opens valves, adjusts sprayer nozzles, and directs spray over areas to be treated Maintains spray and associated equipment cleanly and safely, including calibrating spray units Inspects and maintains natural conveyances Acts as a troubleshooter for plant and tree diseases and recommends solutions Observes safety precautions in the preparation, application, and storage of chemicals per supervisory instructions Prepares and maintains records and reports of areas treated, amounts of chemicals used, and dates applied Orders chemicals and fertilizers as needed Team Skills Supports honest and transparent decision-making Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same Performs related work as required.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS

As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED Certification in chemical application for plant health OR equivalent combination of education and experience State of Florida Restricted Pesticide License (Ornamental & Turf and Right-of-Way) required within 6 months of hire Aquatic Weed Control license may be required, depending on assignment

Valid Florida Driver’s License Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of methods and equipment utilized in the application of chemicals or sprays to control plant pests and disease Knowledge of the hazards involved and safety precautions necessary in chemical spray work and willingness to observe same at all times Knowledge of the use and care of spray equipment Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment:

10% inside a climate-controlled building and 90% outside, which may include driving.

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of the job require sitting approximately one (1) hour per day, standing approximately four (4) hours per day, and walking approximately three (3) hours per day. The work requires frequent bending/stooping, climbing, crawling, fine manipulations, grasping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to 15 pounds, lifting/carrying of objects weighing 15 to 44 pounds, and lifting/carrying of objects weighing 45 pounds and over.

Sensory Requirements:

Hearing:

Ability to understand what others are saying in normal conversation in person and on the telephone and hear the operation of airboats and other construction equipment.

Speaking:

Ability to communicate orally with others in person and on the phone.

Seeing:

Ability to operate trucks, trailers, and airboats.

Driving Requirements:

The work requires frequent driving and possession of a valid Florida Class “D” Driver’s License.

Technology:

The work requires the ability to operate telephones, smartphones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and/or laptop computers, calculators, and all associated software. It also requires proficiency with computer hardware and software programs, including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications, internet applications, and database management.

Other Machines:

The work requires the ability to operate flatbed trucks and spray machines.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Yes

• DRUG TESTING

  (Safety Sensitive) No

• CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING

  No

• CREDIT CHECK

  No

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FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE

As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC, and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department’s electronic data. About Us The City of Largo a great place to work, naturally! Largo is the third-largest city in Pinellas County and the fourth largest in the Tampa Bay area. Conveniently located near world-class beaches and attractions in a picturesque natural setting, Largo offers a great quality of life for residents with affordable housing and entertainment, an engaged and active community along with safe and attractive streets. The City Parks system is made up of nearly 500 acres of green space including 20 parks, 11 miles of walking trails and many opportunities to canoe, kayak, and paddleboard. About the Organization The organization serves over 80 thousand residents and four thousand businesses by providing superior services that inspire community pride. The organization is made up of 12 departments with a shared strategic focus on sustainability, public health & safety, and community pride. Largo is committed to building a High-Performance Organization (HPO) model to intentionally support flexibility, resiliency, and leadership capacity at all levels of the organization. HPO empowers individuals to participate in meaningful projects and initiatives to promote employee and community engagement. As a national Top Workplace winner three years in a row, the City of Largo is proud of our innovative, collaborative, and passionate workforce. Team members enjoy competitive compensation, professional and personal development, generous benefits and leave packages, and work-life balance. A family-friendly atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and award-winning parks just begin to define the community we serve. The City of Largo prides itself on living up to its vision of being the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay, Naturally! To learn more about the organization, please watch the City of Largo Values video. About our Benefits Team members enjoy competitive compensation, professional and personal development, generous benefits, leave packages, and a flexible work life balance. Largo provides medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as wellness benefits. Additional benefits include flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) along with paid life insurance and AD&D coverage. Supplemental life is offered at additional cost. Full-time team members are enrolled in a Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6% City match. Public Safety team members covered by IAFF (Fire) and PBA (Police) have plan provisions outlined in each union agreement. All team members are eligible to open an optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b). Benefits also include 11 paid leave days and 24 hour full access to fitness centers. Continuous learning is supported through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. For more information on the City of Largo Employee Benefits offerings, please review our Largo Lifeline .