Spray Technician

Spray Technician

At Lewis, we're not just trimming trees — we're building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job — you're investing in your future.

As a Spray Technician, you will support Lewis Tree Service's utility vegetation management operations by safely applying herbicide and pesticide treatments to control unwanted vegetation along utility rights-of-way and ensure reliable service for our customers.

• Mix and apply herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals according to label directions and formulas.
• Operate spray equipment including truck-mounted sprayers, backpack sprayers, and handheld applicators.
• Identify target vegetation and select appropriate treatment methods and chemicals.
• Monitor weather conditions, wind speed, and environmental factors to ensure safe and effective application.
• Calibrate spray equipment and adjust nozzles, pressure, and flow rates for proper coverage.
• Maintain accurate records of chemical applications, quantities used, and areas treated in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on spray equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Communicate with property owners, customers, and the public regarding vegetation management activities.
• Work as part of a team to complete assigned work orders efficiently and safely.
• Assist with vegetation assessments and site surveys as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental regulations and company policies.

Our commitment to Our People is key to the success of our business. We respect the differences between us, and we leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated. We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought out and valued.

Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. Lewis Tree Service prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Lewis Tree Service's practices and policies are administered under applicable federal, state, and local laws.