Athletic Fields Spray Technician- Englewood Sports Complex

** Department:
** Parks Recreation and Natural Resources
** Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.
** Our Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources Department is currently seeking an Athletic Fields Irrigation Technician with a focus on chemical applications. In this role, you’ll work daily in our award-winning parks and be primarily responsible for the safe and effective application of herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals at Wellfield Regional Park and surrounding athletic fields and park areas.
You’ll see the direct results of your efforts as you help keep Sarasota’s parks healthy, vibrant, and beautiful for the entire community to enjoy.

This position starts out paying $20.10/hr (Step
1), the benefits start within 60 days of hire, and there are plenty of opportunities for both growth and development. Come and apply today!#
** About the Position
**** In this role you'll...
*** Herbicide, pesticide and other chemical spray application on athletic fields and within parks
* Manage the handling and storage of herbicides, fertilizers, fungicides and pesticides
* Execute the Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) for athletic fields.
* Troubleshoot chemical deficiencies and apply proper corrective solution of chemicals according to set standards. When dealing with continuous or predictable pests, takes appropriate preventative measures to control plant damage
* Oversee and participate in the preparation and application of a variety of fertilizers, pesticides, insecticides and other pest and disease eradication and control chemicals, as  necessary
* Manage the handling, storage, and application of fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides
* Maintain records of chemicals used to ensure accurate product inventory and maintain compliance with state and federal law
* Perform proper calibration on chemical sprayers and granular spreaders
* Conduct field and grounds inspections to assess presence of pests and general turf health
* Perform field maintenance duties including aerating, mowing, vertical cutting, weed abatement, top dressing, and other duties as required
* Operate special equipment in the maintenance, repair and renovation of athletic facilities including but not limited to:  Versa Vacs, Top Dressers, Drum Rollers, Sod Cutters, Aerators, etc.
** Work Hours**:
* Full-Time, 40 hours per week
* Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m.#
** About You
**** Minimum Qualifications**:
* A High School Diploma or its equivalent
* Two (2) years of experience in chemical application, athletic field maintenance and/or renovation
* Turf and Ornamental Spray License required within six (6) months at the time of hire
* Valid Florida Driver’s License at time of hire
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Ability to read chemical labels and read Material Data Sheets (MSDS)
* Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions
** Physical Demands:
** Mustoccasionallylift and/or move up to 50 pounds
** Subject to Passing Substance Screening:
** This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening.  An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.#
** About Everything Else
**** Starting Pay Rate**: $20.10 (Step
1)
Potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience
*** Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
***** If you are selected to join our team,** ****.
** You will need to present the following items on your first day:
**** 1.*
* ** I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options:
*** If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)
** 2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card).
** This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card…