Grounds Spray Technician

POSITION OBJECTIVE

To apply pesticides to the golf course, as authorized.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Apply chemicals and fertilizers
• Calibrate sprayers and spreaders
• Maintain spray equipment
• Follow all safety procedures
• Upkeep of safety equipment

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the particular requirements of the resort:

• Adhere to hotel safety standards.
• Perform other duties, including golf course maintenance and set-up, and handle projects as assigned by Manager.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Two year turf degree or equivalent work experience and/or training.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• May be required to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• 2-3 years golf course experience a plus.
• Will be required to work weekends and holidays.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Most work tasks are performed outdoors.
• Position requires walking; must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4 hours in length. Length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability to reach different outlets and other departments of the hotel on a timely basis.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning and stocking tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. while standing and walking around on a regular and continuing basis.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees.
• Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to work effectively in a stressful environment, communicate with others, effectively deal with customers and accept constructive criticism from supervisors.
• Must be able to change activity frequently and cope with interruptions.