Pest Control Technician:
-Britton & Associates is a growing design/build garden management Landscape firm located in Dallas, and seeks a qualified TDA Licensed Applicator to serve clients in the residential market in the Dallas area.
-We are looking for a motivated, team-oriented professional to work as a TDA Licensed Applicator for our growing Garden Maintenance Department.
-This is a challenging year-round position requiring a desire to work outdoors, knowledge of plant I.D., pests and diseases, as well as practical experience in spraying, fertilization and IPM.
-You will be applying organic and synthetic control measures and fertilization applications to trees and shrubs on our residential maintenance properties.
-As a Licensed Applicator you will scout, diagnose, treat sites and provide feedback to your project director on pest populations, disease stresses and plant health.
Essential Functions include:
-Applying fertilizers and pesticides to lawns according to schedule, safety procedures, and label instructions
-Monitor landscape health and care needs.
-Diagnose primary turf problems and basic pest identification
-Complete proper documentation as required by The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
-Driving company vehicle to customer locations
-Responding on a timely basis to customer requests
-Complete required production forms and customer instructions
-Performing a daily five-minute, 360 degree inspection of truck and equipment before taking the vehicle out on the road and upon return
-Maintaining vehicle and equipment cleanliness, safety, and general maintenance
Requirements:
-TDA Licensed Applicator or the ability to become licensed in 6 months
-Two to three years of experience in Fertilization and Chemicals required
-Excellent communication skills, leadership potential and an aptitude to train
-Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as able to perform with minimum supervision and direction
-Ability to communicate with and serve multiple clients
-Ability to complete paperwork accurately and timely
-Be able to take a keen sense of ownership of responsibilities
-Be able to diagnose insect and disease issues in the field
-Dedication to safety
-Proficiency in use of landscape equipment
-Ability to communicate in English and Spanish a plus
-A clean driving record and background is required.
SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
Paid time off
Health insurance
Simple IRA plan
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Spray Technician: 4 years (Preferred)
- Lawn pest control: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- TDA (Preferred)
Work Location: In person