Pesticide/Weed Spray Technician (MDARD Licenses required) Pontiac North

If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be your brightest. We’re looking for a Golf Course Spray Applicator with previous pesticide application work experience that we can verify.

About the role

We’re currently seeking a Spray Technician with chemical fertilization or pesticide industry experience to work with our commercial customers. The ideal applicant will be a self-starter, have a stable work history, and be passionately interested in the field or have a strong background in Horticulture. This position will perform applications to turf, trees, and shrubs.

Responsibilities

• Mix and apply turf and tree/shrub care products, read material labels, and fill charts
• Apply fertilizers and insecticides to turf and ornamental plants according to schedule, safety procedures, and label instructions
• Drive company vehicle to customer locations
• Work independently
• Prepare and disperse horticultural chemicals to ensure proper growing conditions for plants in gardens
• Communicate with customers, verbally and in writing, about our service and their properties, addressing different concerns
• Assist with Fall clean-up and other landscaping activities during the Fall season
• Work snow events during Winter

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year experience with chemical or spray applications (REQUIRED)
• Valid Driver’s License with Chauffeur’s Endorsement (REQUIRED)
• RT Certification / State of MI Pesticide Applicators License (REQUIRED; 3A & 3B preferred; 6 Core REQUIRED)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and produce quality results
• Knowledge of MSDS and chemical uses, staying up to date
• Strong communication skills in both written and verbal formats
• Service-oriented mindset to exceed customers' needs
• Ability to identify different pest issues and apply applicable chemicals
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and work independently
• Ability to deal with various problems simultaneously and prioritize solutions
• Clean driving record and ability to pass a MDOT Medical exam (includes a drug test)

Nice to have

• Ability to manage projects according to contract and budget
• Current MDOT Medical Card (preferred)
• Customer service experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to operate efficiently and safely at all times
• Bilingual (Spanish)

About us

At BrightView, we’re a tight-knit crew passionate about caring for our clients and each other. Though we’re the nation’s leading landscape company, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment. With our range of services—including landscape design, development, maintenance, and enhancements—there’s no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.

Pay

Rate of pay is dependent upon previous work experience and certifications/licenses you hold. Starting range of pay is $19 - $22 per hour.

Benefits

In addition to industry-leading development opportunities and competitive salary, employees may be eligible for benefits and perks like:

• Paid time off
• Health and wellness coverage
• 401k savings plan