Chemical Application Technician - Licensed (Parks)

City of Orlando Careers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 27,428 - 34,963; Full time

Job summary

The City of Orlando is seeking a skilled professional for chemical spraying work in parks. Responsibilities include evaluating spraying needs for controlling pests and applying chemicals safely.

Candidates must have a G.E.D. and two years of relevant experience in turf or ornamental maintenance. Required licenses include a valid Florida Driver's License and Florida Public Applicator's Restricted Pesticide License.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in turf or woody ornamental maintenance with chemical application.
• Valid Florida Driver's License is required.
• Florida Public Applicator's Restricted Pesticide License required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate spraying requirements for insect and disease control.
• Select proper herbicides and apply chemicals.
• Perform normal maintenance functions related to park facilities.

Skills

Chemical spraying

Turf maintenance

Insect and disease control

Herbicide application

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate

Job description

Job Summary

Performs skilled chemical spraying work at the various parks within the City of Orlando. Responsible for evaluating spraying requirements for insect and disease control, selecting proper herbicides, and applying chemicals following approved techniques to maintain an effective control of undesirable vegetation and to prevent damage to adjacent vegetation. Performs normal maintenance functions related to the overall preservation of park facilities and grounds. Work is performed under the supervision of a licensed crew leader or technical supervisor. Work is evaluated through observation of the results obtained.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and two (2) years of experience in turf or woody ornamental maintenance involving chemical application depending on the area of assignment required; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Florida Public Applicator's Restricted Pesticide License (RUP) with Ornamental and Turf Endorsements required at time of hire. Limited Lawn and Ornamental (LLO) & Florida Right-Of-Way Pesticide License’s required within 6 months of employment.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

Salary Range: $19.91-$25.38. Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting 06-10-2026.