IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN

Gate Hospitality Group; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a premier establishment in Northeast Florida, where you can contribute to maintaining the beauty of the historic Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. This role offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, utilizing your skills in chemical applications to manage and treat ornamental pests. You will be part of a dedicated team that values safety and excellence in service. If you have a passion for landscaping and a commitment to quality, this position is perfect for you. Enjoy a flexible schedule and the chance to work in a beautiful environment while making a significant impact on the grounds maintenance team.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Dry Cleaning/Laundry

Free Parking

401(k)

Qualifications

• Experience with chemical applications and pesticides is essential.
• Basic understanding of landscape equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and treat ornamental pests using chemical applications.
• Maintain safety standards and chemical records on the property.

Skills

Chemical Applications

Pesticide Knowledge

Landscape Equipment Operation

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grounds Maintenance Equipment

Hand-Carried Sprayers

Job description

Job Description

Posted Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Thank you for applying to one of the most premier places to work in Northeast Florida! People are our greatest asset and we are currently seeking people like you who have a desire to join our team.

Join an award-winning company!

The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is one of the most premier places to work in Northeast Florida and we pride ourselves in our 5-Diamond Certified service. Apply today and take advantage of this unique opportunity to work at the historic Ponte Vedra Inn & Club.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language at a level sufficient to communicate effectively with clients, members, guests, and co-workers.

Training and Experience: Experience working with chemical applications, pesticides.

Job Knowledge: Some basic understanding of landscape equipment; experience in the calibration, application, and use of agricultural application equipment.

Job Summary: Ability to proactively identify and chemically treat all types of ornamental pests, including insect, weed, and disease issues. Ability to perform all hand and machine work on property and to operate all grounds maintenance equipment if required.

Physical Abilities: Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions. Able to drive a motor vehicle. Perform labor-intensive work; lifting 50 pounds for an extended period of time. Work with hand-carried sprayers; walk the property performing required duties and capable of working with chemicals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, to include weekends, holidays, and split shifts.
2. Arrive to work on time, consistently.
3. Upon entering the property, arrive in proper uniform, crisp, clean, and in good repair.
4. Hair must be clean and cut in a becoming style; management has final approval.
5. Attend all required training and safety courses; attend office and departmental meetings.
6. Report any safety hazards, follow up that hazard has been corrected, and assist with providing a safe work environment.
7. Learn the use of all grounds chemical application equipment and all accompanying safety features following Material Safety Data Sheet procedures.
8. Gain specific knowledge of chemicals and their uses.
9. State of Florida Turf and Ornamental Spray License a plus.
10. Follow all procedures for the safe handling of chemicals.
11. Responsible for the organization and upkeep of the chemical and fertilizer storage rooms in a safe manner.
12. Accountable for the maintenance of the chemical daily records; to include what was used, how much, in what machine, and the weather conditions.
13. Monitor property for problems, identify, target, and treat.
14. Identify, translate, and map pests and chemical applications.
15. Perform any other work as assigned by the Landscape Superintendent and/or Director of Horticulture.

Benefits:

• Flexible Schedule
• Dry Cleaning/Laundry
• Free Parking
• 401(k)

The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.