Landscape Spray Technician

Winter Haven Regional Airport; Spray (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life

401(a) Retirement Plan

457 Deferred Plan

Education/Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Winter Haven Regional Airport is seeking a Landscape Spray Technician to join the City of Winter Haven’s maintenance team. This role involves applying chemicals to turf and ornamentals, maintaining equipment, and keeping precise records of applications and observations.

Responsibilities include operating spray equipment, irrigation components, and light trailers, while following safety guidelines. The candidate should have high school diploma and landscaping experience, with a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with turf and landscape equipment operation.
• Familiarity with chemical applications and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Apply chemicals to turf and ornamentals and maintain records.
• Operate and maintain turf landscape equipment and irrigation systems.
• Safely operate vehicles and spray equipment; perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Equipment operation

Chemical safety

Record keeping

Truck/Trailer operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Sprayers

Irrigation systems

Maintenance tools

Job description

Landscape Spray Technician

Do you enjoy working outdoors and taking pride in your work? We are looking for an individual to join the City of Winter Haven to help assess the needs of plants, identify pests or diseases, and apply appropriate treatments; and work closely with the maintenance team to ensure the proper care and maintenance of turf and ornamental landscape.

Salary And Benefits

• $19.22 Per Hour Minimum
• Annual Step for Performance Pay Plan
• 12 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 12 Vacation Days Minimum, Earned Per Year
• 12 Sick Days Earned Per Year
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefits
• 401(a) Retirement Plan and Social Security Coverage
• 457 Deferred Plan Options
• Education/Tuition Assistance Program; and Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program – to include Mental Health Assistance/Services

Essential Job Functions

Performs responsible work in the application and record keeping of chemicals applied to turf and ornamental landscape at City facilities. Performs manual labor work to maintain turf and ornamental landscape throughout City facilities and grounds. Safely operates small to medium road vehicles, tractors, spray equipment and light trailers. Routinely operates and performs preventive maintenance on irrigation systems, including pumps, small electric motors, valves, and micro-jet systems: conducts, modifies, and repairs said systems. Monitors operations of equipment, water usage, and application rates. Maintains written record of observations and activities for use by staff and reporting to regulatory agencies. Makes routine inspections of assigned machinery and work sites. Makes or assists in making repairs to landscape equipment, sprayers, and vehicles. Follows safety guidelines and regulations to ensure the safe handling and application of chemicals. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of essential job functions; the performance of other essential functions may be required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of turf and landscape equipment, sprayers, and irrigation systems; and of hazards involved in the use of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides chemicals and equipment and of the safety precautions to be taken.
• Working knowledge of chemical applications related to turf and ornamentals within landscape areas and athletic fields.
• Experience with applicable equipment and proper calibration methods.
• Skills in operating City trucks and/or trailers in traffic and confined areas.
• Ability to safely operate equipment for extended periods of time; maintain written records, chemical application forms, and logs; and comprehend and follow oral and written instructions.
• Physical strength and agility to sufficiently perform strenuous laboring tasks under varying environmental conditions.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Agricultural, construction, and landscaping experience with emphasis on turf and landscaping equipment operation.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience that is determined to be directly related to the foregoing specific requirements may be substituted.

Special Requirements

• Must possess and maintain State of Florida Pesticide Licenses and Green Industries Best Management Practices (BMP’s) Certification.
• Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s license and a good driving record as determined by the City of Winter Haven.
• Absence of non-prescribed controlled substances in the applicant’s system as verified through a screening process administered by a laboratory approved by the City of Winter Haven.

Physical / Environmental Factors

• Must have the physical ability, strength, and flexibility to perform the essential job functions in the work environment.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

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Job Details

Job ID Landscape Spray Technician Category Full Time Status Open Posted September 25, 2026 9:00 AM Closing October 11, 2026 5:00 PM