Athletic Fields Spray Technician- Englewood Sports Complex
About The Position
In this role you'll... Herbicide, pesticide and other chemical spray application on athletic fields and within parks Manage the handling and storage of herbicides, fertilizers, fungicides and pesticides Execute the Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) for athletic fields. Troubleshoot chemical deficiencies and apply proper corrective solution of chemicals according to set standards. When dealing with continuous or predictable pests, takes appropriate preventative measures to control plant damage Oversee and participate in the preparation and application of a variety of fertilizers, pesticides, insecticides and other pest and disease eradication and control chemicals, as necessary Manage the handling, storage, and application of fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides Maintain records of chemicals used to ensure accurate product inventory and maintain compliance with state and federal law Perform proper calibration on chemical sprayers and granular spreaders Conduct field and grounds inspections to assess presence of pests and general turf health Perform field maintenance duties including aerating, mowing, vertical cutting, weed abatement, top dressing, and other duties as required Operate special equipment in the maintenance, repair and renovation of athletic facilities including but not limited to: Versa Vacs, Top Dressers, Drum Rollers, Sod Cutters, Aerators, etc.
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or its equivalent
- Two (2) years of experience in chemical application, athletic field maintenance and/or renovation
- Turf and Ornamental Spray License required within six (6) months at the time of hire
- Valid Florida Driver’s License at time of hire
Nice To Haves
- Ability to read chemical labels and read Material Data Sheets (MSDS)
- Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions
Responsibilities
- Herbicide, pesticide and other chemical spray application on athletic fields and within parks
- Manage the handling and storage of herbicides, fertilizers, fungicides and pesticides
- Execute the Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) for athletic fields.
- Troubleshoot chemical deficiencies and apply proper corrective solution of chemicals according to set standards.
- When dealing with continuous or predictable pests, takes appropriate preventative measures to control plant damage
- Oversee and participate in the preparation and application of a variety of fertilizers, pesticides, insecticides and other pest and disease eradication and control chemicals, as necessary
- Manage the handling, storage, and application of fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides
- Maintain records of chemicals used to ensure accurate product inventory and maintain compliance with state and federal law
- Perform proper calibration on chemical sprayers and granular spreaders
- Conduct field and grounds inspections to assess presence of pests and general turf health
- Perform field maintenance duties including aerating, mowing, vertical cutting, weed abatement, top dressing, and other duties as required
- Operate special equipment in the maintenance, repair and renovation of athletic facilities including but not limited to: Versa Vacs, Top Dressers, Drum Rollers, Sod Cutters, Aerators, etc.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations
- 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
