Job Overview
Byrd Enterprises (BEU) is seeking a licensed Spray Technician experienced in herbicide application/chemical turf management for National Veteran Cemetery Grounds Maintenance Projects in the Southeast District.

The ideal candidate understands chemical application best practices, vegetation management/turf & soil health, soil conditions, and is licensed/can be licensed in further states.

Key Responsibilities

Apply herbicide pre/post emergents, fertilizer, pest chemical treatments on National Veteran Cemeteries.
Conduct vegetation control treatments along fence lines, roads, and landscaped areas with caution and within environmental requirements
Perform fertilizer and soil amendment applications to support turf health
Identify weed species, turf issues, soil deficiencies, and pest infestations
Operate and maintain backpack sprayers, ride-on sprayers, and spray rigs
Calibrate chemical equipment to ensure accurate application rates
Mix and apply chemicals according to EPA label requirements and safety regulations
Maintain detailed spray logs and application records for regulatory compliance
Follow OSHA, EPA pesticide regulations, and federal site safety requirements

Required Qualifications

Valid state pesticide applicator license (commercial or public applicator- BEU will assist and pay for further licensing/training)
Experience with herbicide application and vegetation management
Knowledge of turfgrass management and weed identification
Ability to safely mix and apply chemicals, experience with spray equipment calibration
Ability to maintain spray equipment and work outdoors in various weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in cemeteries, memorial parks, or government facilities
Knowledge of integrated vegetation management (IVM)
Experience managing vegetation around monuments, stone markers, and landscaped memorial grounds
Familiarity with federal safety/environmental standards/OSHA and documentation

Work Environment

Outdoor work environment when traveling onsite; in office when not applying
Use of chemical treatments and commercial spray equipment
Job Type: Full-Time with future growth in new Division
Location: Lynchburg, VA (Travel to federal cemetery and other locations required- 50% travel initially)
Why Join Byrd Enterprises:
Work on important National Veteran Cemetery projects
Competitive pay based on experience
Opportunity to work on federal and large-scale grounds management projects
Professional and safety-focused work environment

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Paid training
Parental leave
Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

Do you have authorization to access a Department of Defense facility?

Experience:

Spraying: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)
Spray/Chemical License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

50% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lynchburg, VA 24504

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