Experienced Aquatic Applicator - Lake & Pond Maintenance

Gulf Coast Aquatics; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company benefits (health insurance, PT

Use of company vehicle

Job summary

Gulf Coast Aquatics is seeking experienced Aquatic Applicators for lake and pond maintenance in Charlotte County, Florida. Roles include part-time and full-time positions, treating water bodies and maintaining fountains and aeration systems.

Ideal candidates have prior aquatic management experience, enjoy hands-on outdoor work, and are prepared for travel within the region. Fall 2026 availability is expected; driving and safety requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic with a passion for outdoor work.
• Comfort speaking with customers about lake and pond needs and treatments.
• Professional time management and organization are required.

Responsibilities

• Apply aquatic herbicides and algaecides to control vegetation and algae in lakes, ponds, and basins.
• Operate backpack sprayer, boat-mounted sprayer, and truck-mounted sprayer in outdoor environments.
• Install, repair, and maintain fountains and aeration systems.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with clients.
• Assist in assessing client sites and determining treatment plans with the General Manager.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and services for scheduling and reporting.
• Assist in procuring and maintaining chemical inventory and equipment; keep work areas safe and organized.

Skills

Outdoor work passion

Customer communication

Time management

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: Experienced Aquatic Applicator - Lake & Pond Maintenance Technician
Location: Charlotte County, Florida
Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Availability: Fall 2026

About Us

Gulf Coast Aquatics is a leading lake and pond management company founded in 1987. We maintain aquatic areas for our customers which include homeowners’ associations, management companies, property owners, golf courses, and other properties. We pride ourselves on high quality service and client satisfaction across Charlotte County, Florida and the surrounding areas.

Position Summary

Gulf Coast Aquatics is looking to hire Aquatic Applicators with experience in Lake & Pond Maintenance and Fountain & Aerator Maintenance for part-time and full-time roles. This position will treat and maintain lakes, ponds, stormwater basins, and other bodies of water in Charlotte County, Florida and the surrounding areas. They will also be involved in the installation and maintenance of fountains, aerators, and water features. If you are passionate about Florida’s aquatic environments, enjoy hands-on outdoor work, and are eager to continue building your career in lake and pond management, we encourage you to apply. Prior experience in aquatics management is required. Candidates with more limited experience to those with long-term experience will all be considered.

Essential Duties

• Apply aquatic herbicides and algaecides to lakes, ponds, stormwater drainage areas, and similar aquatic areas to control aquatic vegetation and algae
• Operate a backpack sprayer, a small boat mounted with sprayer, and truck mounted with sprayer in various outdoor environments
• Install, repair, and maintain fountains and aeration systems
• Deliver excellent customer service and communicate effectively with clients
• Work with the General Manager to review new and existing client sites, assess their needs, and determine treatment plans
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and services to keep customers and the General Manager informed and to adjust treatments/schedules as needed
• Support the General Manager in procuring and preparing chemical inventory, maintaining company application equipment, and keeping a clean, safe, and organized work environments

Requirements

• Strong work ethic with a passion for working outdoors
• Professional time management, organizational, and communication skills
• Comfort speaking with customers to discuss their lake and pond needs and treatments
• Comfort driving a pickup truck, at times towing a small trailer, and operating a small boat
• Experience with aquatic vegetation control and the use of aquatic herbicides/algaecides, or experience in a related area (e.g., pest control, landscaping, estate management)
• Experience with fountain and aeration system installation, repair, and maintenance is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, starting hourly with potential to convert to salary
• Full time employees are eligible for company benefits, including paid time off and holidays and health insurance
• Use of company vehicle for field work

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (equipment, chemical containers, supplies), especially for day-to-day backpack sprayer usage
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and kneeling on uneven terrain
• Ability to work outdoors in Florida conditions, including heat, humidity, and sun
• Ability to work from boats or shorelines safely including being a strong swimmer

Special Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Our insurance company must accept you as an insured prior to employment
• Able to pass pre-employment background and motor vehicle record review
  
  
  
  
  

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