Aquatic Field Technician
About The Position
TIGRIS Aquatic Services is seeking an Aquatic Field Technician to support surface water management services across the US. The company provides lake and pond management, wetland restoration, and stormwater solutions to private homeowners, lake associations, golf courses, governmental entities, and other clients. The technician applies aquatic herbicides and algaecides and maintains lakes, ponds, and other water bodies. Work includes controlling algae and nuisance aquatic vegetation, installing and maintaining fountains and aeration systems, testing water quality, stocking fish, managing mosquito larvae, and maintaining littoral shelves. The role involves working outdoors around water in variable weather, operating boats, ATVs, and spray trucks, communicating with clients, and keeping accurate service records.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong work ethic and passion for working outdoors.
- Good math and science skills.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and carry a 40-lb. backpack sprayer throughout the day on uneven terrain.
- Comfort working around water bodies in variable weather conditions.
- Excellent driving record.
- Ability to pass a drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with aquatic vegetation control and the use of aquatic herbicides or algaecides.
- Experience installing and maintaining fountain and aeration systems.
- Aquatic Applicator license is highly preferred.
- Interest or experience in natural resource management, biology, pest control, agriculture, the green industry, golf course maintenance, landscape or turf work, commercial application, waterway maintenance, environmental technology, or aquatics.
Responsibilities
- Apply aquatic herbicides and algaecides to lakes and ponds.
- Install and maintain fountains and aeration systems.
- Perform water quality testing and diagnostics.
- Control mosquito larvae populations.
- Stock fish in designated water bodies.
- Maintain littoral shelves and shoreline vegetation.
- Operate boats, ATVs, and spray trucks in various outdoor environments.
- Communicate effectively with clients and provide excellent customer service.
- Maintain accurate records of treatments and services performed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
