Spray Technician

Since its beginning in 1996, Esch Landscaping has created a team of some of the finest craftsmen and management personnel in the industry.  Located in Pigeon Michigan, Esch Landscaping has become the premier landscape provider of beautiful and creative outdoor spaces for its full-time residents and those who spend the summers in their lakeside homes. We are diverse in services which in addition to Landscaping, include: Asphalt Maintenance, Turf Maintenance, and Snow Management.

Our success is the result of hard work, unmatched creativity, and a work environment that focuses not only on putting our clients first, but our integral team members as well.  As we continue to grow, so does the need to hire new talent with new ideas and a willingness to live the passion Esch has for its work and clients.  We are excited about what the future holds for Esch Landscaping as we continue to push the limits of what is possible for our clients as well as providing a great place to work for our team! 

Position Overview 

This position is a seasonal (April - November) full-time position. The Spray Technician is a certified commercial pesticide applicator with an understanding of turf grass nutritional needs, potential problems, and the ability to communicate any turf concerns to the Maintenance Division Manager. This position has a pre-determined route of contracted clients and works with minimal supervision. The maintenance division focuses on the maintenance of turf and landscaping of residential and commercial properties.

Characteristics:

  • Ability to bring a positive attitude to a team environment

  • Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)

  • Proficient with details, including quality of work

  • Express ability to be accountable, responsible, dependable, honest, and trustworthy 

  • Ability to work as part of a team and be a team player 

  • Proficient with time management

  • Ability to solve problems, think critically, and be adaptive to changes

  • Express compassion for customers

Key Responsibilities:

  • Spray commercial pesticide applications

  • Communicate professionally with Esch clients & team members

  • Employ proper safety precautions

  • Identify problems for the division, and know when to reach out for assistance

  • Complete daily logs accurately and timely

Work Conditions:

  • Ability to work with hand tools, small engine equipment, and materials

  • Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 80 pounds 

  • Requires good manual dexterity

  • Excellent stamina is required

  • Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis

Qualifications: 

  • Chauffer’s License Required (able to attain a chauffeurs license and medical card), Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred

  • State certified to apply necessary chemicals

  • Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

Wage Range:  Based on education, certifications, and experience.

Other Benefits:  Health insurance, Simple IRA retirement plan, personal and holiday time may be available. There may be a possibility of snowplowing, landscaping, equipment maintenance or lay off during the winter months

Please apply online at www.indeed.com.


***Now accepting applications and resumes.

Matt Esch