Spray Technician - Preserve Golf Course
About The Position
The Spray Technician is responsible for the calibration and operation of spraying equipment, the application and storage of pesticides in accordance with regulations, and maintaining knowledge of pesticide properties and safety precautions. This role also involves meticulous record-keeping of pesticide applications, maintaining equipment and mixing areas, and participating in golf course set-up, irrigation system monitoring, and maintenance. The technician will regularly scout the course for pest, weed, and disease issues, diagnose problems, and take corrective actions in consultation with management. Additional duties include assisting with bentgrass wilt watch, general turfgrass maintenance, leading special projects, and other assigned tasks. Safety is paramount, requiring adherence to company safety programs, proper use of personal protective equipment, application of the "5S System" for a clean work environment, and prompt reporting of safety concerns, injuries, or equipment issues.
Requirements
- Must have a minimum of two years previous experience in golf course maintenance
- Desire minimum one year experience in pesticide application
- Must be proficient in calibration of sprayers/spreaders
- Must have or be able to obtain Georgia Pesticide Applicator’s License within six months of hire
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Desire Turf Management Degree
Responsibilities
- Calibrates the spraying equipment
- Applies and stores pesticides in accordance with regulations
- Maintains knowledge of pesticides in regards to mode of action and safety precautions
- Maintains neat and accurate records of all pesticide applications
- Maintains all spraying equipment and ensures that the mixing areas are clean and neat
- Participates in morning set-up of the golf course, monitor irrigation system and pump station
- Maintenance and repair of irrigation system
- Scouts the golf course on a regular basis for insect, weed, and disease problems. Diagnose any observations and take corrective action after discussion with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent’s
- Assist with wilt watch for bentgrass greens
- Assist with mowing and maintenance of all turf grass areas on the golf course
- Act as lead crew member on special projects as needed
- Other duties as assigned
- Performs job responsibilities and operates equipment according to the company safety and training programs
- Uses personal protective equipment as trained and required
- Applies the “5S System” to the continued maintenance of a clean and safe work environment for all employees and guests
- Reports safety or hazard concerns to management
- Reports any on the job injury to management
- Report equipment issues to Equipment Manager immediately.
- Takes personal responsibility for safety every day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
