Chemical Applicator

Reports To: Operations Manager

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Type: Seasonal

Purpose: Using appropriate precautions and techniques, apply chemicals on-site at nursery and on customer sites as requested.

Responsibilities:

• Mix and apply growth regulators, herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides at customer sites as directed.
• Apply fertilizer to lawn to enhance growth at customer sites as needed.
• Document treatment schedule for each site and fertilizer/chemical used.
• Apply chemicals per your training.
• Take directions from the Operations Manager or other lead.
• Assist the Garden Maintenance team as needed with any other duties at the customer site.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience:

• Requires Pesticide Applicator's License.
• Strong work ethic can work at a fast pace, with accuracy.
• Can work individually with limited supervision and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and lift 50lbs repetitively.
• Must be able to safely operate equipment and provide preventative maintenance to keep equipment in working order.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License, safe driving record, and proof of insurability.
• 6 months of grounds keeping/gardening experience a plus.
• Must be able to work weekends and enjoy working outside.

Job Type: Temporary

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay

Experience level:

• Under 1 year

Payment frequency:

• Paid weekly

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Forest Lake, MN 55025: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person