Job Description

What You\'ll Be Doing

As the Pesticide Applicator, you will:

• Apply pesticide according to state and federal laws.
• Ability to inspect all trees, shrub, turf for nutrient deficient disease and pest problems.
• Maintain tree protection policy as well as turf damage.
• Safely store pesticide and chemicals according to state and federal laws and the Indiana State Chemist Office including sustainable initiatives (example\xe2\x80\xa6storm water runoff and IPM).
• Maintain inventory and keep detailed records of usage.
• Attend professional seminars and other education events to remain current in fields.
• Assist in giving in-house training related to the proper and safe use of pesticides.
• Cover areas to specified depths with pesticides, applying knowledge of weather conditions, droplet sizes, elevation-to-distance ratios, and obstructions.
• Connect hoses and nozzles selected according to terrain, distribution pattern requirements, types of infestations, and velocities.
• Mix or apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides through sprays, dusts, vapors, soil incorporation or chemical application on trees, shrubs, lawns, or botanical crops.
• Usually requires specific training and State or Federal certification.
• Prescribe and apply appropriate pesticides.
• Determine appropriate pest control methods which may include biological, cultural, mechanical/physical, sanitation, or chemical controls, of pesticides and take appropriate action to insure pest control.
• Apply different cultural practices to maintain or improve the quality of turf across campus
• Assist with other grounds maintenance activities
• Assist in snow removal efforts across campus

What You Must Have

• 3 Year\'s experience as a certified pesticide applicator for SK2 level
• Ability to read, write and speak Engllsh and communicate effectively with others required.
• Must possess appropriate Pesticide Applicator\'s License (Specify: 3A for ornamentals or 3B for turf) and have a strong knowledge of proper uses of pesticides including knowledge of EPA Federal and Indiana State Chemist Office guidelines.
• Must maintain licenses including successful completion of required medical examinations.
• Valid driver\'s licenses required.
• College coursework/degree in agronomics or horticulture area would be helpful.

What We\'d Like You to Know

• This position represents a dual level posting and will be filled as an Associate Pesticide Applicator (SK1) or next highest level Pesticide Applicator (SK2).
• Purdue will not sponsor an employment authorization for this position
• A Background Check will be required for employment in this position
• The hours for this position are Monday through Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Occasional overtime may be required
• This position is subject to 24-hour callback for emergencies
• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

• Skilled Trades 2
• Pay Band: S040
• Job Code: 20003386
• Link to CAREER PATH MAKER: https://cpm.mendixcloud.com/

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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