Job description
Roebuck Wholesale Nursery and Landscaping is looking to add an experienced Lawn Care Technician to our Team. The position would provide Applications of various chemicals (fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, etc.) to high-end residential and commercial customers in order to maintain weed-free landscapes.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Chemical applications to turf, native grass areas, shrubs, landscaped beds, trees, ornamental plants, concrete/paved areas, mulch and rock beds; manual removal of weeds.
- Apply chemicals per schedule, safety procedures and label instructions.
- Spraying of liquid chemicals, including fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides and insecticides.
- Analyze, diagnose and treat issues related to fertilization, weeds, pests, diseases and other abnormalities.
- Be selective in the chemical controls used to insure against an improper application or damage to turf, trees or shrubs.
- Calibrate sprayers and spreaders, perform accurate measurements and mixing of chemicals.
- Deep-Core Aeration, Turf and Native Seeding.
- Dress appropriately, in uniform, with proper safety gear for applications.
- Comply with laws and regulations regarding the use of pesticides and licensing requirements.
- Maintain Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
- Clean and maintain equipment on regular basis to ensure proper working order.
- Complete daily paperwork as required by each job, perform accurate and timely record keeping.
Job Requirements:
- Must be able to arrive to work on time and dress in a professional manner
- Possess and maintain a valid US Driver License
- Experience pulling a trailer
- Possess and maintain Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
- Knowledge of turf grasses and the pests and diseases that affect them.
- Knowledge of horticultural pesticides, pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers and their proper use.
- Knowledge of backpack sprayers, spreaders and calibration equipment; Experience with chemical rates and mixing.
- Previous experience in turf maintenance (athletic field mowing, fertilization, aeration, overseeding, weed control, etc..
- Ability to identify different turf types, and weeds.
- Basic math skills and conversions required to measure and mix proper amounts of liquids and granular products.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more unassisted and be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
- Ability to interact professionally with all customers, employees and those from external organizations.
- Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to aide in other divisions of company if necessary.
- Able to work in all environmental conditions (rain, snow).
- Able and willing to work overtime. Pay is based on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Lawn Care Technician: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- South Carolina Driver's (Preferred)
- Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (Preferred)
Work Location: One location