Pesticide Applicator

Tunista Operations Support Services LLC

Regular

Primary Function

The Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator is responsible for safely and effectively applying chemical and biological products used to control weeds, pests, insects, and diseases across landscaped areas, athletic fields, parks, and facility grounds. This position ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing pesticide use while maintaining high standards for turf and landscape health.

Essential Duties

• Apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers to turf, ornamental plants, hardscapes, and natural areas following established application plans.
• Safely mix, load, and calibrate sprayers, spreaders, and other application equipment to ensure accurate product usage.
• Identify pest and weed issues; recommend appropriate treatment strategies based on environmental conditions, product labels, and integrated pest management (IPM) principles.
• Maintain detailed application records including product type, quantities used, treatment areas, and weather conditions.
• Inspect and monitor treated areas to assess effectiveness and determine follow-up treatments when necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs on spray rigs, backpack sprayers, powered equipment, and vehicles.
• Ensure chemical storage, transport, and disposal procedures comply with safety and regulatory standards.
• Communicate with supervisors and grounds staff regarding treatment schedules and potential environmental or safety concerns.
• Assist with general grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, irrigation checks, and landscaping as assigned.
• Participate in ongoing safety training and stay current with pesticide regulations and label requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to identify plant species, weeds, insects, and common turf diseases.
• Effective communication and recordkeeping skills.
• Mechanical aptitude for maintaining spray and grounds equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid state Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within required timeframe.
• Knowledge of pesticide/herbicide products, safety protocols, and application techniques.
• Ability to read and follow product labels, SDS sheets, and application instructions.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds, walk long distances, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Working Environment

• A fast-paced multi-tasking customer service-oriented environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance.
• Adaptability regarding schedule and task changes is necessary to accommodate changing priorities. Work performed in all weather conditions

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.