Golf Spray Technician - Giants Ridge

Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards and electrical hazards. As a Spray Technician, you'll be responsible for applying pesticides and fertilizers to various areas of the golf course, helping to maintain the health and beauty of greens, tees and fairways.

Compensation Amount:
19.00 USD Hourly

Job Summary:
The Spray Technician reports directly to the golf course superintendent and assistant golf course superintendent. Responsibilities include mixing, preparing and applying chemical solutions such as insecticides, herbicides and fungicides. The position is responsible for maintaining pesticide and fertilizer inventory as well as keeping records of pesticide and fertilizer applications.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Applies fertilizer and chemical applications.
• Updates spray records, inventory and Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Calibrates spray equipment and fertilizer spreaders.
• Performs general upkeep and maintenance on spray equipment.
• Diagnoses pest and fungus issues, once properly trained.
• Performs golf maintenance duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent and/or Assistant Golf Course
• Superintendent on non-spray days.
  Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate trucks and light motorized equipment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a commercial applicator license in category A and E, paid for by the employer.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must have a willingness to learn.
• Ability to maintain a neat and organized workspace.
• Ability to understand and follow oral direction.
• Strong attention to detail is required.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to wear applicator suites, full face respirators or chemical resistant apparel.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is often required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls.
• They will occasionally be required to balance, stoop, twist upper body, kneel and climb.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color and peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards and electrical hazards.
• Noise level is typically moderate to loud.
• Ability to work extended hours during golf season including weekends and holidays.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Golf Carts
• Spray Equipment
• Chainsaws
• Mowers
• Backpack Blower
• Hand Saw
• Lopper
• Sod Cutter
• Aerator Equipment
• Tractor
• Skid Steer
• Turbine Blower

If you're passionate about working outdoors and excited to be part of a golf maintenance team, Giants Ridge, managed by Guest Services, is seeking a Spray Technician to join our team. As a Spray Technician, you'll be responsible for applying pesticides and fertilizers to various areas of the golf course, helping to maintain the health and beauty of greens, tees and fairways. Don't have your pesticide applicator license? No problem! We'll pay for you to get your Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Whether you're new to the industry or experienced, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and work in a team-oriented environment.

This position offers the potential for year-round employment with opportunities to transition into other roles at Giants Ridge as the seasons change!

What We're Looking For:

• A strong work ethic and dependability.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Previous experience in landscaping or golf course maintenance a plus, but not required.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work early mornings, rotating weekends and flexible hours, as needed.

Working in golf course maintenance has awesome perks, especially at our championship courses at Giants Ridge! Here are some of the reasons why it's a great job:

• Exclusive Golf Privileges - Hit the greens with complimentary golfing at our two championship golf courses.
• Have your office outdoors - enjoy stunning sunrises while working in a peaceful environment.
• Shifts start early in the morning, leaving your afternoons free for personal time or other activities. <