Sarasota, FL
8 days ago
Wetland Technician

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We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."

What do our Wetland Technicians do?

Performs all field and other related work required to service each of the company’s customers and to help the business grow by performing the following duties personally. Removal of exotic nuisance/invasive vegetation along designated areas. Assist the Wetland's Contractor with special projects, as needed.

Functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Coordinate with team leader to ensure all services are completed on schedule.Work with team leader to ensure the highest quality service is provided efficiently to increase the number of billable hours performed per day.Service customer’s wetlands, natural areas and littoral areas as required to provide superior quality and service in the fulfillment of all company contracts, service orders, and other related customer needs.Work with team to control, remove, or kill undesirable or exotic vegetation from preserves, wetlands or other natural areas to keep our clients in compliance with regulations or enhancing the esthetic value of these areas.The work performed is heavy manual labor and / or applying herbicides to control weeds in a wet environment. Wildlife encounters will be part of the job experience as is wading out into lakes and wetlands, so workers in this position must be comfortable performing work in that environment.

What do you need?

High School Diploma1-2 years’ experience in an environmental related field helpfulClean Driving Record a plusPossesses or has the ability to obtain a state pesticide licenseAptitude in using various hand toolsAbility to follow established procedures and practicesCommitment to all health and safety guidelinesEffective verbal and listening communication skillsAttention to detail and high level of accuracyMechanically inclinedThe work requires strenuous physical exertion and the employee may be required to drive, stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time, as well as see, talk, hear and use hands and arms to grasp, handle, reach and feel. Must be able to swimAbility to lift up to 50 lbs. in a repetitive manner.Ability to obtain and maintain licenses/certificates as required by federal, state and local regulationsMust pass pre-employment background screenValid driver’s license/clean driving record

Why Choose Us?

A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.

Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.


Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes: 

Professional and Personal Growth

Multiple avenues to grow your career

Training and development programs available

Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)


Health and Wellness

Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more

Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1


Savings and Retirement

401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions 

 
Work-Life Balance

Vacation days & sick days

Company-paid holidays & floating holidays

A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility


We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work.  Is that you?
 

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