Vegetation Control Technician

DJ's Landscape Management; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health, Vision, & Dental Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Performance reviews

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

DJ's Landscape Management is seeking a Vegetation Control Technician to manage vegetation for commercial clients while ensuring top-quality landscape maintenance. Applicants should have certification in Core and Category E for safe weed spraying and must be able to perform physical tasks such as lifting and carrying equipment. We offer competitive pay ranging from $22 to $28 per hour, based on experience, alongside comprehensive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Certification in Core and Category E is required for weed spraying.
• Ability to work outdoors in various conditions for extended periods.
• Must read pesticide labels and measure accurately.

Responsibilities

• Manage vegetation control for commercial clients.
• Ensure landscapes are maintained to the highest standards.
• Work independently or as part of a lawn care crew.

Skills

Ability to identify common weeds of Minnesota

Excellent communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to operate assigned equipment

Ability to carry a backpack sprayer

Education

Certification in Core and Category E

Job description

We are seeking a Vegetation Control Technician to join our team. This role involves managing vegetation control for our commercial clients, ensuring landscapes are maintained to the highest standards. The ideal candidate must be certified in Core and Category E to perform weed spraying duties effectively and safely.

Team Member Benefits

• Competitive base pay: $22 - $28 per hour, based on experience
• Snow pay
• Compensation Incentives
• Health, Vision, & Dental Benefits
• 401(k) plan, with company match
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral bonus
• Performance reviews
• Annual boot reimbursement
• Annual rain gear reimbursement
• Company events
• Awards and recognition from peers and leaders
• Ongoing training and development
• Career advancement

Requirements

• The ability to walk for long periods of time
• Able to carry a backpack sprayer weighing up to 50 pounds
• The capacity to work independently or with a lawn care crew
• The ability to identify common weeds of Minnesota
• The ability to operate and care for assigned equipment
• Skill in reading map directions from a mobile device or hard copy
• Desire to work daily at the highest level of professionalism, quality, and performance
• Desire to work with a team to accomplish goals
• Ability to bend, squat, and lift for long periods of time
• Able to work outdoors in a wide variety of conditions for an extended period of time.
• Certification in Core and Category E.
• A valid license or the ability to obtain one.
• Ability to read pesticide labels and accurately measure pesticides according to label rate.
• Strong attention to detail and safety protocols.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Smartphone required

DJ's Landscape Management is a drug-free workplace.

DJ's Landscape Management is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

This employer participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.