What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Applicator position at Prestonwood Landscape Services?
About Prestonwood Landscape Services:
At Prestonwood Landscape Services, we're committed to providing peace of mind to our clients. For more than 25 years, we've built strong, long-term relationships by putting client needs first and delivering reliable, high-quality commercial landscaping services. Our team takes pride in attention to detail, proactive communication, and doing the job right—every time.
We believe our success starts with our people. That's why we foster a safe, supportive, and performance-driven environment where team members can grow and build lasting careers.
Our Core Values
- Quality of Life – For our team and our clients
- Integrity – Honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct
- High Performance – Consistently delivering excellence
- Effective Communication – Clear, proactive communication
- Strong Relationships – Built to last
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive pay starting at $20/hour (DOE)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with 4% company match after 1 year
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Year-round, stable employment
- Ongoing training and certification support
- All required safety gear (PPE) provided by the company
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Chemical Applicator / Spray Technician to join our team in the Fort Worth / Saginaw area. This role is responsible for the safe, accurate application of fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and other plant health management products to turf and ornamental landscapes.
This position requires a strong focus on safety, precision, and documentation, along with the ability to work independently on an assigned route. If you take pride in quality work and want to grow your skills in plant health management, this is an excellent opportunity.
What You'll Do
- Mix, calibrate, and apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides to turf, trees, and shrubs in compliance with product labels, Texas law, and prescribed treatment plans
- Safely operate and maintain application equipment, including tank sprayers, stand-up sprayers, spreaders, and UTVs
- Deliver consistent, high-quality applications that promote landscape health and meet client expectations
- Maintain accurate digital records of all chemical applications, including rates, quantities, weather conditions, and locations, using Aspire (or similar software) and GPS-based tools
- Clean, inspect, and calibrate equipment regularly to ensure safe and efficient operation
- Identify and report equipment maintenance or repair needs promptly
- Assist with additional services as needed, including aerification, seeding, and sand top dressing
What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications
- 0–3 years of experience in chemical application or spraying (landscaping or turf preferred; training available)
- Active TDA Commercial Applicator License, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire (company-sponsored)
- Valid Texas Driver's License with a clean driving record
- Experience safely operating trucks and towing trailers
- Strong basic math skills for chemical mixing, calibration, and application rates
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of turf and ornamental plant health management
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Physical Demands
- Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds
- Repetitive physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, squatting, stooping, and turning
- Prolonged exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Join Our Team
At Prestonwood Landscape Services, you'll be part of a team that values safety, professionalism, and growth. If you're looking for steady, year-round work with training opportunities and a company that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $ $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22