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SalaryJob Title: Spray Technician
Department: Landscape Consulting
Reporting to: Account and General Manager
Date: 9/21/2016
Position Status: New
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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 but not 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
