Agronomy Tech (50884)

Juniper; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

Juniper, a full-service landscape design, build, and management company servicing the Southeast, is seeking a field technician in Fort Myers, FL 33905. You will identify and treat turf and ornamental issues, and apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides in accordance with label instructions and safety rules.

The role entails preparing products, operating tools safely, keeping accurate records, and delivering excellent customer service while performing IPM duties outdoors.

Qualifications

• Certified Pesticide Applicator is required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience with fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides.
• Outdoor work in various temperatures and conditions.
• Horticulture or agricultural exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, diagnosing, and treating turf and ornamental issues as they arise.
• Applying fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and insecticides as needed to lawns, shrubs and plant material.
• Preparing and mixing products according to label instructions and product specifications.
• Ensuring the safe operation of tools, vehicles, and equipment; adhering to safety standards and regulations.
• Maintaining cleanliness of vehicle and equipment.
• Maintaining accurate records of products used.
• Retention of customers through rapport, communication, and meeting expectations.
• Using hand tools, power tools and/or equipment to perform IPM duties.
• Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Pesticide knowledge

Customer service

Safety awareness

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Pesticide Applicator

Horticulture background

High school diploma

Tools

Z sprayer experience

Product calibration

Recordkeeping tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Fort Myers, FL 33905, Job Category: Technical Labor, Juniper is Growing!

Responsibilities

Identifying, diagnosing, and treating turf and ornamental issues as they ariseApplying fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and insecticides as needed to lawns, shrubs and plant material in accordance with accepted industry practices, safety procedures, label instructions, and rules and requirements of various Federal, State, and local regulatory agenciesPreparing and mixing products according to label instructions and product specifications, and using in accordance with prescribed safety precautions and directionsEnsuring the safe and proper operation of tools, vehicles, and equipment; adhering to safety standards and regulatory requirementsMaintaining cleanliness of vehicle and equipmentMaintaining accurate records of products usedCompleting all required correspondence regarding work ordersRetention of customers through rapport, communication, and met expectationsUsing hand tools, power tools and/or equipment to perform IPM dutiesPerforming miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Skills/Requirements

Certified Pesticide applicatorValid driver's license required with ability to clear Motor Vehicle Record reviewBMP Best Management Practices Certificate preferredExcellent communication skills and customer service skillsKnowledge of pesticide, fertilizer, and herbicide products and calibrationKnowledge of turf and ornamental issuesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managementAbility to work cooperatively with employees and the general public, as well as working independentlyHorticulture, L&O and agricultural experience in related fields is preferredExperience with operating a Z sprayerMust be able and willing to work for long periods of time outside (in extreme temperatures and direct sunlight)Must be able and willing to bend, stoop, and twist repeatedly throughout the dayMust be able to use hand tools and power equipmentMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

About Us

Juniper is a full-service landscape design, build, and management company servicing the Southeast. Our family of companies proudly includes Juniper, Davis Landscape, Elegant, Shooter & Lindsey, and Rip's. We are recognized as award-winning leaders in our industry with over 30 locations and 2,000+ team members. At Juniper, the foundation of who we are, how we perform, and how we treat others is guided by our core values. We are committed to a culture that welcomes, grows, and celebrates people who share in our mission to design, build, and maintain the best landscaping in the industry. We offer career growth opportunities and excellent benefits (health/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and PTO plans). Join our company, where we Welcome/Grow/Celebrate you at Juniper!

• health/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and PTO plans