Spray Technician (Tifton, GA)

Spray Technician, Tifton

General Information

Job Title: Spray Technician

Location: Tifton, GA, 31793

United States

Employee Type: Full Time Non-Exempt

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible to spray complete weed, grass and brush control to various commercial or industrial sites.

This position requires travel away from home within the state of Georgia for 1-2 weeks at a time (per Diem is provided). You must have your own reliable vehicle to drive to work before departing for your shift. Your personal vehicle will be safely stored in our fleet yard during your time of travel. A valid driver's license is required as you will be driving a company vehicle at times.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Spray complete weed, grass and brush control to various commercial / industrial sites.

Assist with all daily routing and scheduling

Assist with all daily tank mixing

Do truck inspections (responsible for truck / spray system maintenance and repairs)

Have all needed tools and equipment on board, including repair kits for on the road repairs

Have all proper paperwork, MSDS sheets, labels, etc.

Have all proper safety items, such as vests, hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, etc.

Make sure all minor repairs are made

Make sure all equipment is in working order, such as water suck pumps, chemical injection equipment, computer, etc.

Truck cleanliness and care

Be capable of calibrating all spray equipment

Make sure all work is conducted in compliance with strict safety guidelines

Basic understanding of weed, grass, and brush types

Complete understanding of chemicals used, what they control, and all safety requirements.

Basic understanding of application methods and equipment

Basic understanding of calibration and spray patterns

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

18+ years of age or older

Commercial Pesticide Applicators License for Vegetation Management is preferred

A commercial drivers license (CDL) is preferred