Landscape Spray Technician

City of Winter Haven; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Sick days

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(a) retirement plan

457 deferred plan

Job summary

Winter Haven is seeking a Landscape Spray Technician to apply chemicals to turf and ornamental areas, operate spray equipment and related vehicles, and maintain detailed records of daily activities across City facilities.

The role requires knowledge of chemical applications, equipment calibration, and safe handling practices, with emphasis on reliability and safety in outdoor work environments.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalency diploma.
• Agricultural, construction, and landscaping experience with emphasis on turf and landscaping equipment operation.
• Ability to safely operate and calibrate landscape equipment and sprayers.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical applications to turf and ornamental landscape at City facilities.
• Maintain records and logs of applications and maintenance activities.
• Safely operate spray equipment, vehicles, and irrigation systems; assist in repairs as needed in a landscaping setting.

Skills

Operate turf equipment

Chemical application knowledge

Record keeping

Calibrate equipment

Education

High school diploma

Agricultural/landscaping experience

Tools

Sprayers

Irrigation systems

Road vehicles & trailers

Job description

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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.

• Job Title: LANDSCAPE SPRAY TECHNICIAN
• Category: Full-Time
• Application Closing Date: November 22, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
• 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

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.
• 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 ID Landscape Spray Technician Category Full Time Status Open Posted November 5, 2026 9:40 AM Closing November 22, 2026 5:00 PM

Physical Address
500 Third Street NW
Winter Haven , FL 33881