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BLUE WATER AQUATICS

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Join our team! Become a part of our story.

We are a growing business and always looking for self-starters. Are you capable of working with little supervision? Do you hold yourself to a high standard regardless of the situation? 

Lake management technician’s daily responsibilities include: mixing and applying restricted use herbicides, following the “label is the law”, identifying algae/plant species, working in the Florida’s unique environment.  Boat, ATV/UTV, and backpack work required. Previous experience in the lake, preserve, and wetland management industry is preferred.

We Offer:

United Healthcare Medical Insurance, United Health Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & AD&D 

* ALL premiums are 100% company paid for the individual employee. *

  • Take Home Vehicle with Fuel Card
  • Paid Time Off, Holidays and Flexible Schedule
  • Paid Industry Training to Advance Your Career
  • Growth Opportunities
  • Monday thru Friday Work Schedule
  • Uniforms And Boots Are Provided
  • Cell Phone Stipend
  • 401k Plan with a Company Match
  • Great Support Staff
  • Paid Overtime

Must Have at a MINIMUM:

  • Good Math Skills
  • Ability to Lift 40 Lbs to Shoulder Height
  • Possess a Valid Driver's License and Clean Driving Record
  • Past, Verifiable Experience Working Outside in Florida's Diverse Climate Daily
  • Take Ownership of Assigned Route
  • Take Pride in Keeping Field Equipment Clean and In Good Working Order
  • Swim and Confidently Work Around Water
  • Work Near Florida's Diverse Wildlife
  • Ability to Read and Understand Material Safety Data Sheets and Product Labels
  • Training will be Provided on All Equipment

Preferred:

1 or more years of verifiable experience managing nuisance and exotic vegetation in lakes, ponds, and wetlands. Commercial or Public Applicators License with an Aquatic and/or Natural Areas endorsement would be a plus.

Ideal candidate will be able to:

  • Calculate Prescribed Tank-Mix When Given a Known Application Rate and Area
  • Document Daily Field Activities on a Computer Tablet Program
  • Identify Basic Plant Species Commonly Found In Wetlands
  • Demonstrate a Working Knowledge of Common Herbicides Used in Lake Management
  • Operate a Pickup Truck While Towing an ATV, UTV, Small Boat or Airboat
  • Demonstrate a Commitment to Provide Exceptional Customer Service

A positive attitude and ability to learn, adapt, and take initiative will overcome any lack of experience!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

License/Certification:

Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services
CORE, Aquatics, Natural Areas, Right of Way, Forestry, Public Health Mosquito Control

Blue Water Aquatics is a DRUG FREE workplace. A pre-employment screening will be administered.

We are a service-disabled veteran-owned small business and wholeheartedly encourage other veterans to apply!

Blue Water Aqutatics is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Blue Water Aquatics makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

 

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