Job Description
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
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
Page 1
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