Chemical Applicator / Spray Technician (A2293)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Lincoln Heights (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is assisting in recruiting for a Chemical Applicator / Spray Technician in Madison, OH. This full-time, year-round, outdoor role involves safe chemical application, recordkeeping, and coordinating treatment schedules.

The ideal candidate has prior chemical application experience and nursery production background, with strong organizational and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Previous professional chemical application/spraying experience required.
• Nursery production experience required.
• Knowledge of plant pests, diseases, and health issues helpful.

Responsibilities

• Safely apply pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and other chemical treatments per label and procedures.
• Schedule and coordinate applications and treatments.
• Perform routine spot checks of plants and treated areas for pests or issues.
• Monitor plant health and report concerns to management.

Skills

Chemical application

Nursery experience

Pest/disease knowledge

Office/computer skills

Detail oriented

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chemical Applicator / Spray Technician

Location:Madison, Ohio
Pay:$17–$22 per hour
Schedule:Full-time, year-round

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-orientedChemical Applicator / Spray Technicianwith previous production nursery experience. This position is responsible for the safe and effective application of chemicals and treatments while maintaining accurate records, coordinating schedules, performing plant health checks, and supporting daily nursery operations.

This is an outdoor-focused position. Candidates must be comfortable working outside in a variety of weather conditions throughout the year.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely apply pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and other approved chemical treatments according to label requirements and company procedures.
• Schedule and coordinate chemical applications and treatment activities.
• Perform routinespot checkingof plants, trees, crops, and treated areas to identify pests, diseases, weeds, or other issues.
• Monitor plant health and communicate concerns to management.
• Maintain accurate chemical application records, schedules, and documentation.
• UseMicrosoft Office and computer systemsfor scheduling, recordkeeping, communication, and other administrative tasks.
• Monitor chemical and supply inventory and communicate when materials need to be replenished.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain spray equipment and report mechanical or safety concerns.
• Follow all chemical handling, PPE, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Maintain an organized work area, equipment, and chemical storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding applications, schedules, and plant health.
• Assist with general production nursery duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Previous professional chemical application/spraying experience is required.
• Previous production nursery experience is required.
• Experience working with nursery crops, trees, shrubs, or other plant material.
• Experience operating and maintaining spray/application equipment.
• Knowledge of common plant pests, diseases, weeds, and plant health issues.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required pesticide applicator licensing or certification.
• Basic to intermediateMicrosoft Office/computer skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to perform thorough spot checks.
• Ability to follow chemical labels, written instructions, safety procedures, and application schedules.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Bilingual skills are a PLUS!

Work Environment

• Approximately80% outdoor workthroughout the year.
• Approximately20% office/computer work.
• Must be willing and able to work outdoors in changing weather conditions year-round.
• Position may require standing, walking, bending, lifting, and operating application equipment for extended periods.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will haveprevious production nursery and chemical application experience, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance hands‑on outdoor work with scheduling, recordkeeping, and computer responsibilities.

Pay Range: $17–$22 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.