Job Description
Job Title: Spray Technician | Department: Landscape Consulting | |
Reporting to: Account and General Manager | Date: 9/21/2016 | |
Position Status: New | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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Job Summary: | ||
Applying fertilizer and pesticides to turf and shrubs, recognizing and diagnosing issues with turf and ornamentals. | ||
Minimum Qualifications: | ||
Education | High School or GED | |
Experience | Prior fertilization, turf and ornamentals experience required | |
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration | Valid Florida Driver’s License | |
Other | ∙ Must be able to work flexible hours ∙ Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time. ∙ Must be able to perform duties that required a great deal of bending. ∙ Ability to work in extreme weather conditions. ∙ Knowledge of or willingness to learn, use of tools, equipment and supplies relative to irrigation services. | |
Job Duties | ||
Essential Duties ∙ Identification and treatment of weeds and pests, fertilization, of turf and ornamentals. ∙ Diagnosing pests ∙ Using current methods and best management practices to treat and control pests. ∙ Maintaining spray equipment and turf | % of Time 90 | |
∙ Assist other staff with other landscaping responsibilities as needed | 10 | |
Supervisory/Decision-making Authority | ||
Does the position require customary supervision and management of at least 2 or more full-time employees? Yes No | ||
Enter the number of direct reports and their position titles: 0 |
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: | |
Required
∙ Standing
∙ Walking
∙ Lifting (Up to 50lbs)
∙ Carrying (Up to 50lbs) ∙ Pushing/Pulling ∙ Bending/Stooping ∙ Reaching ∙ Grasping ∙ Turning ∙ Repetitive Motions ∙ Read comprehension labels | Preferred ∙ Reading |
HAZARDS: | |
∙ Proximity to moving mechanical parts ∙ Housekeeping and/or cleaning agents ∙ Toxic or caustic chemicals ∙ Irrigation materials and products ∙ Working outdoors in hot temperatures (above 90 degrees Fahrenheit) | |
SKILL REQUIREMENTS: | |
Required ∙ Drive motor vehicle ∙ Respectful client relationships ∙ Sensitivity to service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics | Preferred ∙ Verbal communication (including telephone) ∙ Team-oriented and collaborative interpersonal relationships ∙ Maintain records |