Spray Technician

About the role

Join Invited, a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry with a central purpose of building relationships and enriching lives. As the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, Invited manages 130+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs offering first-class amenities such as championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, and state-of-the-art fitness and racquet facilities.

The Spray Technician plays a key role in maintaining and enhancing the health and appearance of the golf course by applying pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. This position involves operating and maintaining spraying equipment, performing routine maintenance and construction tasks, and assisting with various grounds keeping activities while adhering to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Apply chemicals accurately, keep records of applications, and obtain and maintain a state pesticide license.
• Water and fertilize putting greens, tees, fairways, and roughs according to instructions.
• Operate powered equipment for mowing various areas of the golf course, including greens, slopes, collars, roughs, aprons, and tees.
• Operate light equipment for hauling materials and removing debris.
• Perform daily checklists on all equipment use; ensure equipment is washed, fueled, and returned to proper storage areas.
• Maintain equipment and tools, keeping them organized, clean, and in good working condition.
• Grade and prepare soil plant beds, lay sod, plant vegetative material, and seed putting greens, tees, fairways, and roughs.
• Assist in construction of new greens, tees, and fairways by grading, preparing soil, and planting.
• Maintain ball washers, water coolers, water hazards, and bunkers, ensuring cleanliness throughout the day.
• Trim trees, prune shrubbery, and cultivate shrubs and flowers as needed.
• Ensure equipment and tools are kept out of the field of play and minimize noise to avoid disturbing golfers.
• Keep all areas on the golf course, including tee boxes, flowerbeds, and work carts free of debris.
• Complete daily assignments to meet club standards, maintaining a clean course free of trash and debris.
• Assist others as needed and take on additional tasks assigned by management.
• Follow all company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Maintain professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
• Follow safe working practices and ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
• Take initiative in personal and professional growth; maintain any required certifications relevant to the role.
• Address and resolve challenges using available resources, working with regional and corporate teams to support club operations.
• Attend daily briefings and actively engage in required activities to stay informed and contribute to the team’s success.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in outdoor maintenance or a related field (preferred).
• Technical knowledge of spraying equipment, including proficiency in maintenance, repair, and upkeep of equipment.
• Understanding of replacement parts, supplies, and overall maintenance needs.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily outdoors with frequent exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures and humidity.
• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing/ladders, squatting/kneeling, reaching, grasping, pushing/pulling, twisting/bending.
• Lifting/carrying up to 100 lbs.
• Talking, hearing, and seeing.

Tools & Equipment

• Construction tools (shovels, axes, sledgehammers, etc.)
• Gardening tools (pruners, rakes, hedge shears, trimmers, etc.)
• Blowers
• Grass Mowers
• Tractors

Schedule

Attendance is required as outlined on the weekly schedule. Additional hours, including weekends and/or holidays, are required to meet deadlines.

Benefits

Full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off and leave programs (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part-time team members)

For full details, visit www.invitedbenefits.com.