Golf Course - Spray Tech $17-$19 DOE

Job Overview The chemical technician, under the supervision of the golf course superintendent or assistant superintendent, performs chemical applications on golf course properties, fertilizes tees, greens and fairways, and applies chemicals on the greens. The technician is responsible for reading, understanding and keeping current with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). This position also compiles preliminary reports of pesticide usage for the golf course superintendent. Prerequisites Valid driver’s license Two years or more of course experience Responsibilities & Duties Perform chemical applications on golf course properties, fertilize tees, greens and fairways, and apply chemicals on greens Read, understand, and stay current with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Compile preliminary reports of pesticide usage for the superintendent Perform routine safety inspections on all spraying equipment Maintain golf course greens as directed Maintain chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with county, state, and federal regulations and oversee safety of chemical handlers and helpers Additional duties as assigned Qualifications & Requirements Current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator required within a year of employment Knowledge of chemical application equipment: mechanically pressurized spray equipment, hand‑operated spray equipment, hand‑operated rotary, hand‑operated drop spreaders, utility tractors Ability to follow oral and written directions State requirement to read and write English; record chemicals in the Chemical Application Log Physical requirements same as Assistant Superintendent Special Skills & Abilities Complete knowledge of chemical application equipment Knowledge in the safe mechanical operation and calibration of the following types of equipment: mechanically pressurized spray equipment, hand‑operated spray equipment, hand‑operated rotary, hand‑operated drop spreaders, utility tractors Possession of a valid driver’s license Performs routine safety inspections on all spraying equipment Maintains golf course greens as directed Maintains chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with county, state and federal regulations and is responsible for the safety and direction of chemical handlers and helpers Additional duties as assigned