Spray Technician

Job Requirements

Applicant must:

• Be an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with the ability to quickly adjust and adapt to a dynamic working environment.
• Maintain a professional image at all times and lead by example, keeping in mind the standards and expectations of both the Department and Club.
• Have a valid, State issued, Driver’s License.
• Currently have a valid State of Florida issued Commercial Applicator License or be able to obtain one within 90-days of employment.
• Be able to lift 50 lb. bags/containers repetitively and work outside year-round in all weather conditions.
• Be available to work weekends, holidays and be able to respond to any emergency call-in situations after “normally” scheduled hours.
• Understand that the nature of this profession regularly requires working shifts longer than 8-hours in order to complete necessary tasks.
• Pass a standard drug screening prior to employment.

Job Description

Working closely with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent you will:

• Participate in fertilizer / pesticide applications and calibrate all application equipment regularly.
• Maintain records of fertilizer and pesticide applications as well as inventories of consumables.
• Assist in mowing, course set up, handwatering or any other duty requested of him/her based on the daily operational needs of the golf course.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. A 2 or 4-year Turf Management/Science Degree, Turf Management Certificate or other associate’s degree preferred.
Work Experience:
• 2 years of on-the-job, golf course experience.
• Have a working understanding of chemical /fertilizer application and calibration.

Benefits:

• Club offers many levels of health, dental and life insurance packages as well as 401K opportunities that include company matching (up to 4%).
• Accrued paid time off (PTO).
• Club provided lunches during Season.
• Uniforms, professional memberships/dues, and educational opportunities as well as golfing privileges.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.
More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify