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Turf Health Incorporated

Fertilizer Applicator 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.

$40,991 / year median in Ohio

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

•PAY

BASED ON EXPERIENCE

•MUST

HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

•Responsibilities 1. Applies fertilizers and pesticides to lawns according to schedule, safety procedures, and label instructions. 2. Drives company Truck & Trailer to customer location. 3. Completes required work orders and customer instructions. 4. Performs a daily inspection of truck and equipment before taking the vehicle out on the road and upon return. 5. Completes production reports. 6. Maintains vehicle and equipment through cleanliness, safety, and general maintenance. 7. Assists in maintaining cleanliness of facility. Education and Experience Requirements 3 years of turf applicator experience License and/or certification as required by federal, state or local government is preferred but is not a requirement Valid, permanent driver's license from state of residence and a clean driving record per company standards are required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Mathematical skills to calculate figures and amounts such as mixing herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions Attention to detail Verbal and written communication skills Time management and organizational skills, including punctuality for on-time attendance Physical Demands & Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An associate that is physically active, works indoors/outdoors, interacts with customers, and may be exposed to foreign substances (e.g., chemicals).

Regularly required to:

Lift up to 50 lbs independently Push and pull equipment Occasionally required to: Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Adverse Conditions Subject to outdoor weather conditions which may include extreme cold, extreme heat or wet conditions Subject to exposure to animals and insects Regularly exposed to chemicals using appropriate safety equipment Occasionally work near mechanical or moving parts

Job Type:
Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Paid training Referral program

Compensation Package:

Bonus opportunities People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): How many years of Turf Applicator experience do you have?

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Required)

Work Location:

In person