Spray Technician

Spray Technician Charleston, SC Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Vision insurance Qualifications Truck driving Calibration Basic math Driver's License Climbing Entry level Full Job Description Description Ruppert Landscape is a privately held, family/employee owned, commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based in Laytonsville, MD. With a multi-state presence and a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Position Description:

The Spray Technician will perform all of the necessary chemical applications to all landscape areas. This is an hourly position working 35+ hours during a regular work week schedule (Monday-Friday and weekends as necessary). The purpose of this position is to identify all needs for chemical control in the landscape and make the correct appropriate application of chemicals.

Responsibilities:

Identification

• Includes recognizing insects and insect damage, fungus and fungus damage, broadleaf and grassy weeds, all types of turf, shrubs and trees. Mixing
• Includes identifying the appropriate chemical(s) to use and mixing the correct amount for the application while minimizing waste. Application
• Includes have a properly calibrated sprayer to apply the mixed chemical at the appropriate rate to treat the identified issues. Application Logs
• Fill out daily chemical application log and turn in at end of shift. Performing General Physical Activities
• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, digging holes and handling of materials during extreme weather for 8+ hours daily. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
• Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as trucks, trucks with trailers, 2-cycle power equipment, lawn mowers, bobcats, ATV, golf cart or mobile sprayer.

Qualifications:

Valid Driver's License Ability to perform basic math (Multiplication, division, subtraction, addition) South Carolina Chemical Applicators License(Must be obtained within 6 months of start) Previous commercial chemical application experience

What We Offer:

Competitive salary Medical benefits with dental and vision Flexible Spending Account 401(k) plan Flexible work/life balance Family-oriented company culture Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer