Baker Fertilization and Pest Control is looking for a willing, motivated, and experienced Lawn and Ornamental Spray Technician to join our ever-growing company. This Spray Technician must have the ability to perform proper fertilization and pesticide applications to high profile commercial properties throughout Central Florida while working in a team environment. This is a perfect career opportunity for a motivated individual looking to grow with a leading company in the Landscape Industry.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Correctly performing IPM - identifying, diagnosing, and treating turf and ornamental issues while on property in a safe manner.
- Applying fertilizers & pesticides to turf & plant material in accordance with State and local regulations.
- Ensure proper mixing of products according to label instructions and product specifications.
- Ensuring the safe and proper operation of tools, vehicles, and equipment; adhering to safety standards and regulatory requirements
- Maintain proper inventory levels on truck
- Maintaining a clean vehicle, trailer, and equipment
- Maintain constant communication with the Manager to ensure the proper methods/products are being utilized
- Using proper equipment to perform duties
- Completing all assigned tickets (jobs) for the day in a timely manner
- Deliver outstanding customer service in order to maintain customer retention levels
Skills/Requirements:- Management Opportunity for Certified Pest Control Operator
- Must maintain good attendance and arrive to work on time everyday
- Must have a Valid Florida Drivers License with a clean record
- One year experience in Lawn and Ornamental, Pest Control, or Horticulture Industry - PreferredGI-BMP Best Management Practices Certificate - Preferred
- Be able to identify various plants and turf species
- Excellent communication skills with fellow employees and customers
- Knowledge of how to properly apply pesticides and fertilizers
- Knowledge of proper calibration of spray equipment
- Knowledge of turf and ornamental problems (insects, disease, weeds)
- Ability to work with fellow employees in a cooperative manner
- Ability to efficiently work independently
- Experience with operating a Zspray or similar Zero Turn machine
- Ability and drive to work outside for long period to time (in extreme temperatures and direct sunlight)
- Must be able bend, twist, and lift throughout the working day
- Must be able to use power equipment
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs throughout the working day
- Knowledge of how to use a mobile device or tablet
- Be able to SAFELY drive a truck and trailerBAKER COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPING, INC. IS A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE AND AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AS DEFINED BY THE EEOC ( EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION)
