Fertilizer & Pest Technician — Field Expert

Drost Landscape, Inc; Petoskey (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

PerkSpot

Long-Term Disability and LifeInsurance

Paid time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Drost Landscape, Inc is seeking a Spray Technician in Petoskey, MI to safely apply fertilizers and pesticides on commercial and residential properties. You will work largely in the field, coordinating with the Fertilization Team to deliver lawn and plant health care services while maintaining regulatory records and client service on-site.

Ideal candidates hold a pesticide applicator license (Core, 3A, 3B) or are willing to obtain one, with a strong emphasis on safety, detail, and effective

Qualifications

• High school and/or college degree preferred.
• Licensed Commercial Pesticide Applicator (Core, 3A, 3B) or willing to obtain.
• Strong multitasking and time management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and team.
• Valid Michigan driver's license with clean record; CDL class C preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizers and pesticides according to MDARD regulations.
• Collaborate with Fertilization Team to service properties.
• Maintain records for regulatory compliance (SDS, OSHA).
• Inspect properties for lawn and plant health issues and opportunities.
• Ensure proper PPE usage and safe handling of chemicals.
• Perform equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
• Provide professional communication with clients on-site.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Pesticide application

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pesticide license

Driver's license (Michigan)

Job description

Drost Landscape, Inc is seeking a Spray Technician in Petoskey, MI to safely apply fertilizers and pesticides on commercial and residential properties. You will work largely in the field, coordinating with the Fertilization Team to deliver lawn and plant health care services while maintaining regulatory records and client service on-site.

Ideal candidates hold a pesticide applicator license (Core, 3A, 3B) or are willing to obtain one, with a strong emphasis on safety, detail, and effective