Golf Course Spray Technician & Turf Care Lead

Socket.dev; Greensboro (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced golf course maintenance technician with pesticide application skills to join our greens crew. You will calibrate sprayers, apply and store pesticides per regulations, and keep meticulous records.

You will assist with mowing, irrigation monitoring, and greens maintenance while following safety procedures and 5S practices. A valid Georgia pesticide license within six months is required.

Qualifications

• Two years of golf course maintenance experience.
• Experience with pesticide application and calibration of spraying equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Calibrates the spraying equipment.
• Applies and stores pesticides in accordance with regulations.
• Maintains knowledge of pesticides and safety precautions.
• Keeps neat and accurate records of all pesticide applications.
• Maintains spraying equipment and clean mixing areas.
• Participates in morning golf course setup and monitors irrigation and pump stations.
• Maintains irrigation system and conducts regular course maintenance.
• Scouts the course for insect, weed, and disease problems and takes corrective action after discussion with superintendents.
• Assists with wilt watch for bentgrass greens and with mowing and turf maintenance.
• Acts as lead crew member on special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Turf Management Degree

Georgia Pesticide Applicator’s License (within six months)

Tools

Calibrates sprayers/spreaders

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced golf course maintenance technician with pesticide application skills to join our greens crew. You will calibrate sprayers, apply and store pesticides per regulations, and keep meticulous records.

You will assist with mowing, irrigation monitoring, and greens maintenance while following safety procedures and 5S practices. A valid Georgia pesticide license within six months is required.