Aquatic Spray Technician

Crosscreek Environmental, Inc.; Tampa, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Crosscreek Environmental, Inc. is seeking an experienced Aquatic Spray Technician to apply herbicides and aquatic pesticides and help preserve Florida ecosystems.

You will work outdoors across lakes, ponds, wetlands, and waterways, operate spraying equipment safely, document activities, and collaborate on vegetation-management plans while following environmental regulations and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Previous herbicide-application or aquatic plant-management experience.
• Florida Category 5 pesticide applicator license is highly desirable.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail, communication and safety.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Apply herbicides and aquatic pesticides to control invasive plant species in lakes, ponds and wetlands.
• Operate and maintain spraying equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor treated areas and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Collaborate on vegetation-management plans.
• Follow safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Work outdoors in Florida weather and maintain accurate activity records.

Skills

Herbicide application

Aquatic plant management

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Florida Category 5 pesticide applicator license

Job description

Location: The Villages, Palmetto, Tampa, Orlando & Fort Myers.

About the position

We are looking for an experienced and friendly Aquatic Spray Technician with a background in herbicide application, a passion for outdoor work and a desire to help preserve Florida ecosystems.

Key responsibilities

• Apply herbicides and aquatic pesticides to control invasive plant species in lakes, ponds and wetlands.
• Operate and maintain spraying equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor treated areas and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Collaborate on vegetation-management plans.
• Follow safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Work outdoors in Florida weather and maintain accurate activity records.

Qualifications

• Previous herbicide-application or aquatic plant-management experience.
• Florida Category 5 pesticide applicator license is highly desirable.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail, communication and safety.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• On-the-job training and continuing education.
• Work that contributes to environmental preservation.