SUMMARY

The Fertilizer Technician is responsible for applying fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides to our commercial/residential clients' landscape, as well as carrying out other turf-care related tasks.

COMPANY CORE VALUES - Attitude, Attendance/Attentiveness, Accountability, Accomplishments

• Always have Positive Attitude and promote a positive work environment
• Possess and demonstrate a strong Work Ethic by having excellent attendance and being attentive at work
• Hold your Self and Team Accountable for the work performed
• Ensure you and the people around you are providing their best Quality of Work and accomplishing all that you can

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides to client landscapes using standard industry application equipment.
• Completes turf-care related tasks including lawn aeration.
• Calculates proper application rate and mixes chemicals accordingly.
• Prepares and submits daily reports of chemical applications.
• Administers correct handling, transporting, storage and disposal procedures for chemicals.
• Follows safety practices according to OSHA, and Dept of Agriculture.
• Monitors landscape & lawn health care needs.
• Interacts respectfully with clients on-site as needed. Resolves issues or escalates to manager.
• Flexes work schedule as business demands.
• Follows all safety, PPE, and housekeeping protocols.
• Fills snow removal position during snow season and performs all associated duties.
• Reports to work on time each day, identifies and suggests job improvements, and strives for quality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Reliable transportation.
• Valid driver license with clean record.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (we pay for training and exams)
• Experience operating z-sprayer, aerator, push sprayer and related equipment preferred
• Experience calculating proper application rates of fertilizer and other related chemicals preferred
• Basic math skills
• Strong communication skills

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly exposed to outdoor environmental conditions including extreme hot and cold conditions.
• Employees may be exposed to chemicals contained in fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides
• Employee may be required to walk for long stretches of time. Bending and carrying tools or other items may be required.
• Employee should be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Home daily
• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Work setting:

• In-person
• Outdoor work

Ability to Relocate:

• Marion, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person