At Nozzle Nolen, we provide peace of mind by protecting families and our communities from pests. Our service team is the lifeblood of our organization; meeting with customers, resolving their issues and representing the company in all you do. As a technician at Nozzle, you can expect thorough training in your current position and in all aspects of the business, support from an experienced team of managers and trainers, all the latest tools and materials of the trade, and everything you need to have a great day! Position is full time and receive full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbursement, Aflac, and opportunities for advancement

We are looking for an Lawn and Ornamental Spray Tech. The Lawn and Ornamental Spray Technician is responsible for the maintenance of lawns and landscapes of Nozzle Nolen customers. To provide control of pest to lawn areas, shrubs, trees along with nutritional sprays.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Apply pesticides to lawns, plants, trees as needed
• Responsible for any re-treatments of client’s lawns
• Responsible for watering and monitoring the growth of greenery
• Apply fertilizers as needed
• Assist with pest control
• Extracting and disposing of invasive plants and weeds.
• Responsible for selling new accounts
• Educate clients in proper sanitation and storage practices.
• Advise clients of the need to perform proper sanitation as part of the pest control program.
• Work together with supervisors in the areas of sanitation and pest elimination
• Collaborate with sales department to resolve problems with clients in the areas of service and pricing
• Collaborate with the quality control department when needed for training or resolving pest problems.
• Schedule new accounts into existing established route.
• Complete designated route work within a month assigned.
• Attend monthly training branch meetings
• Use OSHA mandated personal protective and respiratory equipment
• Assist co-workers on as a needed basis

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job duties indicated is not to be an exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s).

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Driver’s license required
• Must be able to drive a Truck or Trailer
• 2 years experience in lawn and ornamental care and be able to identify the root cause of the issue ( preferred but not required)
• Clean driving records for the past 2 years
• Experience with using various pieces of lawn equipment (Gator, Z-sprayer - preferred but not required)
• Good Communicator
• Technological proficiency including use of smart devices

KNOWLEDGED, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers by phone or in person.
• Ability to apply pesticides chemicals in accordance with established regulations and to read, understand and follow chemical label instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with diverse population.
• Ability to lift 50lbs regularly, crawl through attics, use a ladder to access roofs and inspect crawl space.
• Skilled in use of tools and equipment necessary to perform task (includes iPad, termite rods, etc.)
• Physical Stamina
• Ability to tolerate a variety of environmental conditions, seasonal weather, damp locations and dusty locations

TRAINING REQUIRMENTS

• Satisfactory completion of Nozzle Nolen Orientation & Training
• May be required to complete state certification/licensing process after on-the-job training
• Completion of additional training identified by Supervisor or Human Resources.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential function