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Riviera Country Club
Spray Technician
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What they do
A Lawn Care or Pesticide Technician provides lawn care that includes the application of chemicals to control weeds, insects or diseases. Works for lawn care companies that specialize in chemical treatments. Provides services for residential lawns or the grounds at a building or office park.
$39,248 / year median in Florida
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary (Essential Functions) Select and appropriately apply all pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers associated with grounds and golf course maintenance. Job Tasks (Additional Responsibilities) Inspects turf, shrubs, lakes and other outdoor areas to determine pesticide, herbicide and fertilizer needs. Applies pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers at appropriate times to maintain excellent condition of grounds and golf course; documents all applications. Selects suppliers, products and equipment for such applications and maintenance. Performs preventive maintenance on and keeps accurate records for all equipment. Maintains safety records; performs routine safety training and emergency drills. Keeps pesticide storage facility in a clean and orderly manner; secures under lock when not present. Maintains direct communication with golf professional and golf course superintendent. Attends applicable training seminars and classes to maintain current knowledge. Assists golf course superintendent with duties when necessary. 1Maintains current MSDSs in convenient location. Experience Prior experience in pest control, pesticide management, or related outdoor work environments such as landscaping or farming. Familiarity with handling pest control chemicals safely and understanding pesticide application techniques. Demonstrated ability to operate hand tools, power tools, farm machinery, and company vehicles responsibly. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions while maintaining safety standards at all times.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance