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 turf-grass 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
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:
$65,000 - $80,000 per year / Full Time
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lynchburg, VA 24504
