Grounds TDA Pesticide Applicator

College hours, high school diploma or GED

Texas Operator’s License

Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) pest applicator license (3A)

Ability to plan and evaluate turf, lawn, and ornamental treatments

Three years’ experience in ground applications (preferred)

Knowledgeable in IPM, thresholds, and pest identification

Ability to maintain effective schedules

Efficient recordkeeping and time management skills

Physically able to lift 50 pounds

Ability to comprehend written and verbal English

Maintain all district grounds in safe, playable condition and participate in campus turf improvement. Comply with state, federal, and local regulations.

• Application of pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides, insecticides and other pest control chemicals.
• Maintain procedures that ensure safety and quality of work.
• Evaluate special pest control problems and take effective action.
• Assist in developing effective outdoor custodial pest control treatment in accordance with the Integrated Pest Management Program.
• Maintain records required by the Integrated Pest Management Coordinator.
• Maintain inventory control of all chemicals used.
• Communicate with IPM Coordinator, school personnel and other district employees as needed for scheduling safe applications.
• Complete daily work order documentation, TDA recordkeeping and other required forms.
• Work irregular hours, overtime or alternate shift work as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hand-held sprayer, backpack sprayer, spreader, push rotary spreader, motorized spreader, tractor, commercial boom sprayer, hand and power tools. Light truck or van.

Frequent walking, twisting, reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, moderate lifting and carrying, crawling in tight spaces. Work outside and inside. Exposure to dampness and humidity, hot and cold weather, toxic chemicals, and noxious odors. Occasional prolonged or irregular hours.