Spray Technician

PRIDE Industries•Beale AFB, CA

3d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. This position is on a federal AbilityOne contract that requires that most of the work hours are performed by employees with disabilities. Due to program requirements, this particular position needs to be filled by a person with a disability. Under broad supervision, oversees activities in the management of weeds, lawn turf and ornamental plant pests, vegetation control. Plans and provides day to day guidance for appropriate corrections and treatments. This position may work in multiple locations.

Requirements

Knowledge of relevant local, state and federal regulations regarding: agricultural pest control, spill response, personnel protection equipment including respiratory protection.
Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.
Ability to accurately record all pesticide applications.
Computer literacy including skill to operate word processing, spreadsheet, and web-based applications may be required.
Effective oral and written communication skills, and the ability to present information and respond to questions from vendors, customers, and others;
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and to present information and respond to questions from clients, customers and others;
Interface with customers to maintain a positive working relationship;
Strong communications and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Commercial Applicator Cert (Category B and C) or Qualified Applicator License
Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

Serves as an informational and technical resource regarding weed/vegitation control services to field personnel and various customers.
Determine types of infestation based on observation and/or testing.
Determine appropriate treatment method, process, and materials required.
Coordinate with site manager and/or grounds crews for application schedule.
Ensure that all pesticides are used in accordance with their labeling and safely stored in a secure location not accessible to non-authorized personnel and disposed of in a legal manner.
May be required to train and supervise agents working under the direction of the Pest Controller (Spray Technician).
May be required to maintain a database on all pesticide application per state and federal regulations.
Lift, push, and swing nozzles, hoses, and tubes to direct spray over designated areas.
Use of sprayer agitators or pumps or portable spray equipment.
Connect hoses and nozzles selected according to terrain, distribution pattern requirements, types of infestations, and velocities.
May clean areas that harbor pests, using rakes, brooms, shovels, and/or mops preparatory to treatment.
Clean or service machinery to ensure operating efficiency, using water, gasoline, lubricants, or hand tools.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.