Job Description
**Pay Rate**
$25.25 per hour
**Telecommute Status**
Onsite
**Announcement**
PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position:
**Job Description**
**PRIDE Industries**
**Job Description**
**Job:** Spray Tech (Grounds Maintenance)
**POSITION SUMMARY:**
Under broad supervision, oversees activities in the management of weeds, lawn turf, ornamental plant pests, vegetation control. Plans and provides day to day guidance for appropriate corrections and treatments. This position may work in multiple locations.
**TYPICAL DUTIES:**
1. *Serves as an informational and technical resource regarding pest control services to field personnel and various customers.
2. *Determine types of infestation based on observation and/or testing.
3. *Determine appropriate treatment method, process, and materials required.
4. *Coordinate with Pest Control lead, Pest Control manager, site manager and/or grounds crews for application schedule.
5. *Ensure that all pesticides are used in accordance with their labeling and safely stored in a secure location not accessible to non-authorized personnel and disposed of in a legal manner.
6. *May be required to train and supervise agents working under the direction of the Pest Controller.
7. *May be required to maintain a database on all pesticide application per state and federal regulations.
8. *Lift, push, and swing nozzles, hoses, and tubes to direct spray over designated areas.
9. *Use of sprayer agitators or pumps or portable spray equipment.
10. *Connect hoses and nozzles selected according to terrain, distribution pattern requirements, types of infestations, and velocities.
11. *May clean areas that harbor pests, using rakes, brooms, shovels, and/or mops preparatory to treatment.
12. *Clean or service machinery to ensure operating efficiency, using water, gasoline, lubricants, or hand tools.
13. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
***** Denotes Essential Job Function
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
-Knowledge of relevant local, state and federal regulations regarding the following: agricultural pest control, spill response, personnel protection equipment including respiratory protection.
-Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements. .
-Ability to accurately record all pesticide applications.
-Computer literacy including skill to operate word processing, spreadsheet, and web-based applications may be required.
-Effective oral and written communication skills, and the ability to present information and respond to questions from vendors, customers, and others;
-Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and to present information and respond to questions from clients, customers and others;
-Interface with customers to maintain a positive working relationship;
-Strong communications and interpersonal skills
**EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:**
High School Diploma or GED
**CERTIFICATES REQUIRED: **
The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and/or contract requirements:
Qualified Applicator License or Qualified Applicator Certificate (Category B and C)
Valid Driver's License
**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
** ** Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance:
-Maneuvering to and around equipment
-Standing and walking
-Bending, stooping, kneeling and reaching
-Lifting of boxes or equipment up to 50 pounds
-Climbing ladders or step stools
**WORK ENVIRONMENT:**
Work is performed primarily in the field, driving to and from worksite locations performing surveillance, treatments and quality control. Equipment can be located in crawl spaces, rooftops, and outside facility. Employees may be exposed to toxic substances where it is required to wear a respiratory mask which fits snug and close to the face. Additionally, employees may be exposed to noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat.
**DISCLAIMER:**
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor's instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.
**_At PRIDE, we make a difference in the lives of many, one job at a time._**
**How to Apply**
If you are interested in working for this unique organization that blends business with a social mission, please apply online at
Visit our website to learn more!
PRIDE will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws.
Thank you
**Pay Rate** _$25.25 per hour_
**Job ID** _2024-18389_
**Type** _Full Time Regular_
**Location** _US-CA-Beale AFB_
Our commitment to an inclusive workplace
PRIDE Industries is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We embrace the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives innovation and the success of our business. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Local area, Remote job,
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