Grounds Worker - Pesticide Qualified Party (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

About the role

Applies pesticides, maintains school grounds and athletic fields, and fulfills duties of a Qualifying Party.

Responsibilities

• Performs pesticide application work
• Maintains school grounds and athletic fields
• Fulfills duties of a Qualifying Party

Requirements

• Qualified Applicator registered with the Arizona Department of Agriculture Pest Management Division
• Certification as an applicator for 24 months within 10 years immediately preceding the application in the category applied for
• OR Certification as an applicator for 12 months within 10 years immediately preceding the application in the category applied for and either:
• Successful completion of 12 semester hours or its equivalent
• Successful completion of 12 semester hours or its equivalent within the 10 years preceding the application in pest management courses directly related to each category applied for
• A Bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences, biological sciences, or pest management with 12 semester hours or its equivalent in pest management courses directly related to each category applied for
• Twenty-four (24) months of experience in the business of pest management, within the ten years preceding application directly related to the category applied for
• Eighteen (18) months of experience in grounds maintenance and athletic field preparation for events or related fields
• Basic math skills
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
• Must be able to work weekends

Qualifications

• FBI fingerprint background check
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
• Complete Qualifying Party registration with Arizona Department of Agriculture Pest Management Division within three months of hire
• Post-offer/pre-employment physical examination and 50 lb lift test
• ADOT (Arizona Dept. of Transportation) Medical Certificate required after hire
• Must hold a current Arizona Driver’s license and have accrued no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees
• Maintain current Structural Pest Control Commission certifications in the following areas: A-General Pest, B-Weeds, C-Turf and Ornamental, D-Right of Way

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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