Job Details
Pesticide Spray Technician/IPM Scout
Plant Development Services, Inc.
Reports to: Operations Manager
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Job Summary: This position performs chemical spraying to protect plants from insects and disease threats to provide quality grown liners to our customers. Also, preventive scouting of pest and disease daily.
Job Responsibilities:
Mix chemicals in a precise and safe manner
Maintain a clean and safe work area, particularly in chemical mixing areas
Operate spray equipment including carts, tractors, spray pumps, and spray backpacks
Complete spray paperwork
Other duties as assigned
Scouting crops to identify any pests and disease
Alerting Management of any pest and disease issues as they occur
Qualifications:
Must be able to lift 50 lbs (herbicide sack weight)
Prior nursery and/or spray experience is a plus
Experience with identifying pest and disease preferred
Pass medical fit for duty testing annually
Must be able to read and understand instructions and safety information on SDS sheets for the chemicals being used.
Must be able to stand and walk for long periods outdoors and in variable weather conditions.
Good communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal directions.
Work Environment:
Outside exposed to very cold and very hot temperatures.