Spray Technician

Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National•Point Clear, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Golf Course Spray Technician, you will be responsible for applying herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides to trees, shrubs, and lawns to maintain their health and appearance. Your role is vital in ensuring the outdoor areas remain beautiful and healthy, contributing to an exceptional golfing experience. This position involves filling the sprayer tank with water and chemicals according to a specified formula, adjusting the spraying radius based on job site characteristics, and potentially performing controlled burning.

Requirements

Applying herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides to trees, shrubs, and lawns.
Filling the sprayer tank with water and chemicals according to a specified formula.
Adjusting the spraying radius based on job site characteristics.
Potentially performing controlled burning.
Pulling the spray hose from a truck-mounted reel.
Selecting the appropriate nozzle based on infestation type, wind direction, and terrain.
Applying spray efficiently to weeds, trees, shrubs, and lawns.
Manipulating levers to control a hydraulically powered, truck-mounted boom.
Positioning spray wands to treat larger areas with precision.
Removing and disposing of infested bushes safely.
Identifying and destroying diseased trees.
Adhering strictly to safety regulations.
Utilizing personal protective equipment.
Following safe handling practices for chemicals.

Responsibilities

Chemical Preparation: Diligently fill the sprayer tank with water and chemicals, following the formulated mixture for effective pest control.
Spraying Application: Skillfully pull the spray hose from a truck-mounted reel, selecting the appropriate nozzle based on infestation type, wind direction, and terrain.
Accurate Coverage: Apply the spray efficiently to weeds, trees, shrubs, and lawns, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
Hydraulic Control: Manipulate levers to control a hydraulically powered, truck-mounted boom, positioning spray wands to treat larger areas with precision.
Infestation Management: Remove and dispose of infested bushes safely, preventing further spread of pests.
Disease Control: Identify and destroy diseased trees, following proper procedures for disposal to protect healthy vegetation.
Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to safety regulations, utilizing personal protective equipment and following safe handling practices for chemicals.