Vegetation Control Technician (Canton) Requires MDARD Vegetation State Licenses - SNOW WORK AVAILABLE

Spray Technician

The best teams are created and maintained here. The pay range for this role is $20-$25 per hour and will be dependent upon previous related work experience as well as any current certifications/licenses you hold.

This is not an entry-level position. Candidates must have prior experience specifically in landscape & vegetation control pesticide application. Experience with animal or general pest control is not sufficient. Potential year-round guaranteed work available.

Minimum requirements:

• Active MDARD Pesticide Licenses: Categories Core & Right-of-Way and 3A are required licenses for this role. These additional licenses are preferred 6, 3B, Tree Care and potentially Mosquito.
• Valid Driver's License (Required)
• Chauffeur's License or Endorsement (Required)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in landscape pesticide application (Required)
• DOT Medical Card (Preferred). If not currently held, candidates must be able to pass a DOT-compliant medical exam and drug screening (post-offer, pre-employment), as required by federal law.

Job summary

• The Spray Technician is a member of the spray crew who reports to and takes direction from the Chem Spray Manager and provides instruction to other members of the spray crew.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Spray application of chemicals
• Possess an awareness of and commit to Chemical Safety
• Follow through on assigned tasks
• Follow instructions accurately

Education and experience:

• Has or can obtain a QAL
• Basic knowledge of plant material
• Able to communicate in English & Spanish oral and written

Physical demands/requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
• You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
• Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver's license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work environment:

• Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100F, temperatures below 32F, various levels of humidity)
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
• Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.
• Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes.

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. This job description is subject to change at any time.

BrightView offers a suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.

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