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.
Mebane, NC Job Details Full-time $18 - $21 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications Safety data sheet (SDS) reading Records maintenance Preventative hardware maintenance Outdoor work experience Safety regulations Environmental compliance Pesticide spraying Mechanical equipment calibration Grounds maintenance and landscaping safety protocols High school diploma or GED Compliance monitoring Driver's License Grounds maintenance sprayers Attention to detail Implementation of OSHA safety standards Plant disease identification Cleaning Environmental regulatory compliance Pest control chemical handling Industrial chemical handling Pesticide Applicator's License Environmental safety protocols Chemical safety protocols Full Job Description Job Overview A Golf Course Spray Technician safely mixes and applies fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides across the course. They calibrate and maintain spray rigs, monitor turf conditions for disease, and keep detailed application records to ensure compliance with local and federal environmental safety regulations. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. State pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe. Knowledge of turfgrass management practices and chemical application procedures. Ability to safely operate spray equipment and maintenance machinery. Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and operate equipment for extended periods. Ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
Chemical Application:
Accurately measure, mix, and apply turf-care products to greens, tees, fairways, and roughs.
Equipment Maintenance & Calibration:
I nspect, clean, and calibrate sprayers, spreaders, and hoses for precise delivery.
Record Keeping:
Log detailed daily records of chemical usage, weather conditions, and treated areas for superintendent reports.
Safety & Compliance:
M aintain chemical storage areas to
EPA/OSHA
standards and stay updated on safety data sheets (SDS).
Turf Monitoring:
Identify early signs of pest damage, weed growth, or turf disease and communicate findings to the head superintendent.
Qualifications & Requirements Licensing:
State-issued Pesticide Applicator License (or the ability to acquire one within 3 months of hire).
Experience:
Typically 1-3 years of hands-on experience in turf management, golf course maintenance, or landscaping.
Pay:
$18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance
