Golf Course Spray Technician

Frenchman's Creek Beach and Country Club

Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Recreation

Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Spray Technician
Department: Golf Course Maintenance
Reports To: Director of Golf Course Maintenance, Superintendent

SUMMARY

The Spray Technician is responsible for the safe and effective application of pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers to maintain the health and aesthetics of turfgrass and ornamental plants on the golf course. This role involves routine scouting, equipment calibration, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Pest and Turf Management: Scout for stress development and identify pests affecting turfgrass and ornamentals. Apply pest control products in strict accordance with label instructions and supervisor directives.
Chemical Application: Safely apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers using various equipment, ensuring accurate calibration and adherence to safety protocols.
Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and calibrate all application equipment, including sprayers and spreaders, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all plant protectant applications, including dates, rates, and areas treated.
Safety Compliance: Follow all safety regulations for the application and disposal of chemicals. Maintain the cleanliness of the pesticide building and ensure compliance with county, state, and federal regulations.
Inventory Management: Monitor and maintain chemical inventory, ensuring proper storage and handling of all products.
Emergency Response: Report and treat any spills immediately, cleaning up spills in strict accordance with label directions.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with the maintenance team to coordinate tasks and ensure the golf course is maintained to the highest standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Licensing: Must maintain a current commercial pesticide applicator’s license.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in golf course maintenance or a related field.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to operate and maintain application equipment, and knowledge of turfgrass management practices
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and work in various weather conditions.
Language Skills: Good spoken and written English skills.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Conditions: Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
Noise Level: Moderate to loud.
Schedule: Must be available to work weekends and holidays..

Company DescriptionPlease apply to this link - https://www.frenchmanscreek.com/employment

Frenchman's Creek is a private member owned country club consisting of 606 homes, 2 18-hole golf courses, hard court tennis courts, 25,000 sf fitness spa facility 5 restaurants and our own Beach Club located on the Atlantic Ocean. The Club-House is currently under construction, and it is expected at the end of 2025.

We offer the best services to our members, and we are always hiring qualified hospitality professional with great personalities to join our team.

Company Description

Please apply to this link - https://www.frenchmanscreek.com/employment\r\n\r\nFrenchman's Creek is a private member owned country club consisting of 606 homes, 2 18-hole golf courses, hard court tennis courts, 25,000 sf fitness spa facility 5 restaurants and our own Beach Club located on the Atlantic Ocean. The Club-House is currently under construction, and it is expected at the end of 2025.\r\n\r\n\r\nWe offer the best services to our members, and we are always hiring qualified hospitality professional with great personalities to join our team.