Golf Course Spray Technician & IPM Specialist

Royal Poinciana Golf Club; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation after 1 year of service

Paid holidays

Health insurance

401k with employer matching

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A premier golf club in Naples, FL is looking for a Golf Course Spray Technician who is responsible for applying pest control products and liquid fertilizers with strict adherence to regulatory guidelines. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, a State of Florida pesticide license, and demonstrate leadership skills along with effective communication. This position offers competitive compensation and a great work environment among a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Apply and record fertilizers and pesticides on the golf courses and grounds.
• Coordinate with Irrigation Specialist, Assistant Superintendent, and staff.
• Stay current with IPM principles and pesticide use regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of pest control products

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State of Florida pesticide license

Job description

Description: We are looking for a Golf Course Spray Technician to join the RP family!

Want to see what it's like to work at a club like Royal Poinciana? If you like working in a fast-paced environment with a team that is structured, precise, and organized like a well-oiled machine, with a membership and co-workers who care about you as a member of the family, then we’re the place for you!

We value our employees by offering competitive pay and benefits, resources to get the job done right, and training to help you continue to expand your skills and knowledge.

Under the direction of the Lead Superintendent, the Golf Course Spray Technician accurately and safely applies any and all pest control products and liquid fertilizers within the guidelines of local, state and federal laws and the Royal Poinciana Green & Grounds IPM program. Supports and assists in the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program by demonstrating integrated plant management and “IPM” practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes but is not limited to the following:

• Responsible for application and recording of fertilizers and pesticides on the golf courses and grounds in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Follow all company and departmental policies and procedures in a strict fashion.
• Furthers their continued development by participating in appropriate seminars and conferences as approved by the Lead Superintendent.
• Will coordinate internally with the Irrigation Specialist and technicians, Assistant Superintendent, Equipment Manager, and staff (when appropriate).
• Will remain current at all times with IPM principals and how it applies to personal safety, environmental accountability, all associated pesticides and materials, cost of materials, application equipment, proper application practices, cost of application equipment, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Will remain current with all local, state and federal laws associated with pesticide use and all mix/load procedures established by Royal Poinciana Golf Club.
• Exhibits proactive leadership in the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program as it applies to this department’s environmental responsibility.
  
  

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

• Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior golf and country club experience preferred.
• Possess or will obtain a current State of Florida, Ornamental and Turf restricted use pesticide license with ninety (90) days of employment.
• Requires a valid Florida driver’s license.
  
  

Language: Ability to read, write and comprehend complex correspondence, memos, and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees.

Mathematics: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other

• Exhibits professionalism and expressed interest of improvement through enhanced developmental skills, exhibit leadership, and expressed direction through own self-actions.
• Requires knowledge of legal issues as it relates to Wage & Hour, OSHA, Department of Environmental Regulation & the Department of Environmental Protection.
• Requires managerial / supervisory background and understanding of private club operations as it pertains to legal liability and employee relations.
• Requires the individual to maintain flexible availability, will work weekends, and holidays. May be required to return to job site at odd hours under emergency situations.
• Maintain a pleasant and outgoing personality and must not possess any extreme personal appearance characteristics as judged by a conservative membership base.
• Must be respected in the Community.
• Build company image with Members, employees and vendors by enforcing ethical business practices as stated in the “Code of Ethics Policy”.
• Serves as a role model and sets a positive example for the entire staff in all aspects of business and personnel management.
• Must be in compliance with and actively support a drug free workplace.
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some stress may occur. They may also work in hot and/or humid conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands require bending, stooping, sitting, standing, and lifting. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position and must frequently be able to move equipment weighing up to 60lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Pay & Benefits

This is a year-round, full-time, hourly, non-exempt position, eligible for overtime. Hourly pay is competitive and varies depending on the candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities.

RP Employee Programs For Year-round, Full-time Staff Include

• Vacation (2 weeks after 1 year of service)
• Holiday Pay (6 holidays)
• Personal Time Off (PTO) - (6 days available upon hire)
• Employer Matching 401k
• Bonus Program
• Training Opportunities
• Health insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee merchandise discount
• Referral program
• HealthJoy
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Paid meals
• Tuition assistance/Scholarship program
• Core Value Program with Core Cash… and much more!
  
  

Royal Poinciana Golf Club is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. DFWP/EOE/ADA

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Royal Poinciana Club – A Commitment to Excellence

Royal Poinciana Golf Club is a private, invitation-only club with 2 impeccably maintained 18-hole golf courses, 8 HydroGrid soft tennis courts, 2 pickleball courts, elegant indoor and outside dining options, a superior bridge program, and an extensive social program. As a Member-owned club, everything at RP is customized to provide our Members with the best experience possible.

Culture & RP to the Core

Royal Poinciana’s heart and soul, what truly defines our beloved Club, is its people. It’s a business where excellence is expected by and from its leadership; a home away from home where every member and employee can expect to be treated with dignity and respect; and a haven where deep friendships and lifelong memories are made and celebrated daily. Core values are the attributes and characteristics Members and employees are expected to demonstrate in their personal behavior.

Our core values are Integrity, Respect, Trust, Stewardship, Accountability, Teamwork, and Honesty.