Fertilizer Applicator

Summary/Role:

The fertilizer technician is responsible for applying fertilizer, weed control, and pesticides to residential and commercial properties. Other roles included are landscaping, aerating, equipment maintenance, deliveries, and shop upkeep.

Compensation:

Starting pay - $24 per hour

Top pay - $27 per hour

*Pay rate reviewed on an annual basis

*Pay scale reviewed annually based on the Community and Economic Research data

Benefits:

Simple IRA with 3% match

Health Insurance and Dental Insurance 50% of premium

Sick Days/Vacation days: 7

Organizational Core Value Alignment:

• Quality
• Integrity
• Teamwork
• Joy
• Creativity

Responsibilities:

• Tracking and completing routes in Mobile Live in Workwave.
• Gate time of 20 minutes or less.
• Hours and photos submitted daily in Synked-up.
• Practice and maintain a clean safety record (employee accidents, equipment/vehicle damage).
• After Action Reports filled out and submitted daily.
• Maintain all necessary liscenses.
• Stay on schedule and hit training goals
• Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Job Duties:

• Manage the execution of fertilizer route.
• Manage inventory of fertilizer, seed, pesticides, and weed control at shop.
• Maintain applicator equipment, trailer, truck, and aerator.
• Manage safety, quality and productivity of work at sites and/or shop/yard
• Provide customers with detailed information about services and recommendations for lawn care.
• Accurate electronic recordings of all services within mobile apps.
• Assist in the preparation of job sites prior to the beginning of a project
• Hold all necessary applicator licenses.
• Operate various tools and equipment, including: heavy equipment, chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.
• Perform and delegate preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis
• Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to delegate/complete work activities
• Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and shop/yard areas
• Ensure that all work activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, and that all crew members are in compliance with government and company PPE standards
• Train new employees on site on tools, equipment, and best practices.
• Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner

Requirements:

• 1 Years of applicator experience.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Time management skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
• Speak, read, and write English
• Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting

Other duties assigned by supervisor

Signature/date

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Experience level:

• 1 year

Payment frequency:

• Paid biweekly

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Somerset, WI 54025 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Somerset, WI 54025: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person