Landscape Spray Technician - Parks & Recreation

City of Temple•Temple, TX

11d•$19 - $22

About The Position

The Landscape Spray Technician is responsible for applying fertilizers and herbicides within the parks system, along rural roadsides, and on other City properties requiring treatment. The technician must have, or be able to obtain, an appropriate Texas Department of Agriculture non-commercial applicator license. The role also involves monitoring landscape health, maintaining application equipment and records, managing supplies, and following applicable safety and chemical-handling requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of chemical and fertilizer applications to landscape areas.
Valid Texas Department of Agriculture non-commercial applicator license, or ability to obtain one within six months of employment.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience with chemical and/or fertilizer applications, including equipment calibration and use, reading labels, and calculating correct application rates.
CDL.

Responsibilities

Apply chemicals and fertilizers at assigned properties.
Monitor landscape health and care needs.
Measure appropriate chemical quantities for different applications and apply treatments as needed.
Operate, maintain, and clean chemical application equipment.
Create and maintain records of chemical applications.
Follow state guidelines for chemical application, handling, and storage.
Maintain adequate inventory of required supplies.
Follow the spray schedule and assist with schedule updates.
Complete education courses needed to keep the applicator license current and submit renewal documentation as required by the state.
Support City and private special events, including staging, setup, and takedown.
Ensure safety procedures are followed at job sites and follow all safety policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.