Pesticide Handler
About The Position
Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery is seeking dependable Pesticide Handlers to support plant health programs across nursery operations. This role works as part of a small team responsible for applying pesticides and assisting with plant health monitoring throughout the nursery. Pesticide Handlers complete pesticide work orders assigned by the Plant Health Specialist (PHS) or Yard Manager and help maintain healthy nursery stock by identifying pest activity, plant diseases, and other plant health concerns. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, strict adherence to pesticide safety procedures, and the ability to safely operate spray equipment while supporting plant health initiatives across the nursery.
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety procedures
- Ability to follow pesticide application instructions and safety guidelines
- Ability to identify basic plant pests and plant health concerns
- Willingness to work early morning or evening hours when pesticide applications require
- Ability to occasionally work weekends when operational needs require
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a nursery, agriculture, or landscape environment
- Personal Applicator Certificate, Qualified Applicator License (QAL), or related pesticide certification
Responsibilities
- Apply insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides according to work orders assigned by the Plant Health Specialist or Yard Manager
- Mix pesticides using large tank sprayers and backpack sprayers for application
- Operate spray equipment including spray rigs, backpack sprayers, and spray trailers
- Maintain spray equipment and report damage or repair needs
- Ensure pesticide storage areas remain clean, organized, and secured in locked cabinets
- Maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE) inventory including gloves, masks, protective eyewear, and Tyvek spray suits
- Post warning signage in areas where pesticide applications have occurred
- Monitor plant material for insect infestations, plant diseases, and other plant health concerns
- Report pest activity or plant pathogens to the Plant Health Specialist or Yard Manager
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas within the nursery
- Handle nursery stock carefully and ensure plants are watered and placed in proper areas
- Assist other nursery departments and support general nursery operations as needed
Benefits
- 401(k) with 4% company match (when eligible)
- Kaiser HMO and Anthem EPO medical plans (employer contribution provided)
- Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, Vision, and voluntary insurance options
- Vacation, Sick, and Holiday pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
