Employment Opportunities
To apply for any of the positions listed below, please send your resume and list of references to: pondconnection@gmail.com
Positions Available:
Aquatic Pesticide Supervisor for Brookfield, CT & North Franklin, CT
Aquatic Pesticide Supervisor for New York
Educational Requirements:
Any combination equivalent to: Work experience in landscape/ tree/ turf grass
maintenance or aquatic management that includes application of pesticides or Degree in
Environmental Sciences, Biology, Fisheries, Lake or Wetlands Management
License/Certificate Requirement: Possession of a valid Driver’s License, Boating License;
ability to remain insurable. *Must have a pesticide applicators license with or willing to
obtain (aquatic vegetation control 5A) for CT, NY, MA or VT for the 2023 season.
Responsibilities: Aquatic management for vegetation and invasive weed control in residential, municipal
and commercial ponds and lakes across CT, NY, MA and VT. Job examples: 1. Inspects
pond, lakes and other bodies of water to identify aquatic weed/ algae infestation and
determine corrective action. 2. Prepares and applies aquatic algaecides, herbicides, and
biological controls. 3. Installation and troubleshooting of aeration equipment. 4. Operates
boats and spray equipment; orders and maintains an inventory of product and equipment.
5. Completes and Files DEP / DEC / EPA Permits 6. Keeps accurate records and submits
reports required. 7. Mechanical and/or manual cutting of aquatic vegetation. 8. Performs
other related duties as required: fish stocking, bathymetric surveys and account
management. 9. Attends meetings and trade shows.
Special Requirements:
Knowledge of aquatic plants common to the area and methods used in their eradication
and control; principles, methods, techniques, materials, and tools pertaining to the
handling and application of aquatic pesticides. Candidate should be familiar with roadways
in the tri-state area. Ability to effectively and efficiently work independently with an
assigned schedule; communicate effectively and represent the company in a professional
manner; understand and carry out oral and written instructions and meet deadlines, with
consideration of changing priorities and weather conditions. Ability to drive a truck & tow
boats/trailer.
Salary Range and Benefits:
Competitive compensation based on experience, education and certifications.
NO WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS, Paid time off, 401K w/ matching, profit-sharing, Health
insurance offered.
This is a year round, long term position.