Golf Course Maintenance

Job TitleSpray TechnicianServes as spray technician responsible for a 36-hole golf course. Uses suitable Integrated Pest (IPM) methods to reduce and control hazards to turf and vegetation, public health, stored products, and structures. Independently plans work sequences and conducts trouble-shooting inspections for evidence of conditions conducive to damage and infestation by insects, rodents, predatory animals, and other pests. Exercises a high degree of responsibility to ensure a variety of hazardous pesticides is mixed in accordance with applicable state and federal requirements. Coordinates with facility engineering and management personnel concerning IPM control procedures including pest control. Sprays or spreads pesticides on golf course grounds and structures to treat pests, turf diseases, insects, and other rodents and to maintain course in good condition. Operates a variety of hand and power operated applicators, garden tools, and equipment to include ultra-low volume (ULV) and ultra-low dosage (ULD) sprayers and power generators, sprayers, seeders, edgers, hedge trimmers, etc. for the purpose of applying, spreading treatments, liming, seeding, planting, and watering fairways and greens. Performs operator maintenance on pest control and other equipment and ensures safe condition. Coordinates stock levels of pest control materials with Superintendent to ensure adequate supplies are available to meet peak and seasonal demands. Documents use of chemicals applied in accordance with federal and state requirements and prepares reports as required. Performs other duties related to grounds maintenance work such as planting, mowing, spreading topsoil, liming, fertilizing, seeding, planting, and watering. Performs other duties as assigned.