Pond & Lake Care Technician – Outdoor Environmental Impact

Dragonfly Pond Works; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus

Protective Footwear Bonus

Job summary

Dragonfly Pond Works in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a hands-on Outdoor Technician to join our fast-growing environmental team. This full-time role focuses on lake and pond management, pest/herbicide control, and stormwater maintenance, with year-round work and opportunities for career growth.

You must have or be willing to obtain an Aquatic Pesticide Applicator License within 30 days, hold a valid driver's license, and be able to lift 80 pounds.

Qualifications

• Aquatic Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Experience in lake and pond management or pest/herbicide control preferred.
• Familiarity with fisheries, wildlife management, ecology or environmental sciences helpful.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and lift 80 pounds.
• Excellent communication and math skills for product applications.
• Mechanical inclination; occasional travel may be required.
• Team-oriented and aligned with Dragonfly's values.

Responsibilities

• Identify and treat invasive weeds.
• Visual inspection of stormwater components.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair pond fountains and related equipment.
• Mow and trim sites.
• Improve overall site aesthetics.
• Perform minor repairs for compliance.
• Implement safety training for field staff.
• Handle administrative duties.

Skills

Lake & pond management

Pest/herbicide control

Surveying

Electrical work

Driver's license

Communication skills

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Job description

Dragonfly Pond Works in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a hands-on Outdoor Technician to join our fast-growing environmental team. This full-time role focuses on lake and pond management, pest/herbicide control, and stormwater maintenance, with year-round work and opportunities for career growth.

You must have or be willing to obtain an Aquatic Pesticide Applicator License within 30 days, hold a valid driver's license, and be able to lift 80 pounds.