Lawn Care Technician
Employer
5575 Arapahoe Ave.
Boulder, CO 80301
United States
Job description
The Lawn Care Technician will perform organic weed control and fertilization applications as well as other plant health care services including: Fertilization applications – push a broadcast spreader applying organic fertilizers and organic soil conditioner over lawns; Organic weed control treatments – use a 200 gallon spray tank with 400 ft long hose to apply liquid organic weed control over lawns; Deep root tree fertilizer applications – use spray tank and 400 ft long hose to inject a liquid organic fertilizer application into the soil for tree health. These are not advanced positions requiring experience or decision-making abilities. The treatment plan is pre-arranged and the Lawn Care Technicians are simply applying organic weed control treatment prescribed by more senior technicians. Any mixing of organic fertilizers is a pre-determined formula. This position also has no supervisory duties. Mix and apply organic weed control and fertilizers to turf, landscape beds, trees, shrubs, annuals and perennials. Perform core aeration using a machine that pulls plugs from the soil. Sprinkler blowouts using compressor and adjustments to sprinklers as needed. Load truck with equipment and supplies for scheduled daily projects. Clean up and maintenance of equipment used on a daily basis.
Special Requirements
Work in all weather conditions. Frequent Walking; standing; pulling; bending; pushing; grasping; lifting; carrying; twisting throughout the day. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Post-accident drug testing at employer's expense. Schedule may vary due to weather, and weekend work required, when necessary.