Aquatic Field Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

At TIGRIS Aquatic Services, we believe that healthy waters lead to thriving communities. We’re seeking driven Aquatic Field Technician to join our growing team of outdoor enthusiasts working together to provide essential top-tier surface water management solutions across the US.

We provide lake and pond management services, wetland restoration, and stormwater solutions to private homeowners, lake associations, golf courses, governmental entities, and many more. Your role will be pivotal in connecting our innovative solutions with clients who value sustainability and excellence. If you’re ready to make a positive impact on our most precious natural resource alongside a driven team of likeminded individuals, we want to hear from you!

The Aquatic Field Technician is responsible for the application of aquatic herbicides and algaecides, as well as the maintenance of lakes, ponds, and other water bodies. Duties include controlling algae and nuisance aquatic vegetation, installing and maintaining fountains and aeration systems, conducting water quality testing, stocking fish, managing mosquito larvae, and performing littoral shelf maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply aquatic herbicides and algaecides to lakes and ponds
• Install and maintain fountains and aeration systems
• Perform water quality testing and diagnostics
• Control mosquito larvae populations
• Stock fish in designated water bodies
• Conduct maintenance of littoral shelves and shoreline vegetation
• Operate boats, ATVs, and spray trucks in various outdoor environments
• Communicate effectively with clients and deliver excellent customer service
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and services performed

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong work ethic with a passion for working outdoors
• Good math and science skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and carry a 40-lb. backpack sprayer throughout the day on uneven terrain
• Comfortable working around water bodies in variable weather conditions
• Must have an excellent driving record
• Ability to pass a drug screening (Drug-Free Workplace)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with aquatic vegetation control and the use of aquatic herbicides/algaecides
• Experience with fountain and aeration system installation and maintenance
• Aquatic Applicator license is highly preferred
• Other areas of interest or experience: Natural Resource Management, Biology, Pest control, Agriculture, Green Industry, Golf Course Maintenance, Landscape Technician, Turf Technician, Commercial Applicator, Waterway Maintenance, Environmental Technician, Aquatics

TIGRIS Aquatic Services LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of

actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status,

age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and

lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation,

marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic

information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws

and ordinances.