Vegetation Management Inspector Jobs in Seattle, WA

Join our client's dynamic team as a Landscape Maintenance Foreman & applicator, where you will lead and oversee the upkeep of beautiful public outdoor spaces, ensuring they remain vibrant, healthy, and visually stunning. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage large landscape maintenance projects, supervise crews, and apply your horticultural expertise to create and maintain exceptional landscapes. Your leadership will drive team performance, uphold safety standards, and deliver top-quality results across diverse properties and construction sites. If you're passionate about landscaping, skilled in plant identification, irrigation management, and team supervision, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all aspects of the company's landscape maintenance program.

• Provide 3-week look-ahead schedules of work to be performed including manpower, equipment and materials required to successfully maintain all active project sites.

• Inspect landscapes, turf areas, athletic fields, and planting beds to identify weed species, pest issues, and treatment needs.

• Mix, load, and apply herbicides, fungicides, and other pesticides according to label instructions, company protocols, and Washington State regulations.

• Calibrate and operate spray equipment (boom sprayers, backpack sprayers, handheld applicators) accurately and safely.

• Apply treatments to lawns, ornamental beds, tree/shrub areas, aquatic zones, and ROW's while minimizing drift and environmental impact.

• Maintain detailed records of applications, including product used, rates, locations, weather conditions, and client sites (for WSDA compliance).

• Perform integrated vegetation management, combining chemical and non-chemical methods.

• Assist and manage general landscape maintenance tasks (mowing, trimming, pruning) when not applying chemicals.

• Must have strong leadership/communication skills.

• Ensure proper storage, handling, transport, and disposal of pesticides per state and federal guidelines.

• Conduct regular equipment maintenance and cleaning.

• Communicate with clients, supervisors, and crew regarding maintenance & treatment plans.

• Stay current with continuing education credits to maintain active Washington State Commercial Pesticide Applicator license.

• Adhere to all safety standards, PPE requirements, and environmental regulations.

• Oversight of other spray applicators.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Valid Washington State Commercial Pesticide Applicator License required (Laws & Safety + relevant category such as ROW, Aquatic, and Landscape - e.g., Category 3 or equivalent).

• Experience in landscape maintenance, turf management, or commercial pesticide application (5+ years preferred).

• Knowledge of common Pacific Northwest weeds, turfgrass, and native/ornamental plants.

• Valid Washington State driver's license with background check.

• Strong understanding of pesticide labels, safety data sheets, and integrated pest management principles.

• Excellent attention to detail, record-keeping skills, and commitment to regulatory compliance.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Managing 2-10 employees.

• Conversational Spanish speaking required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/carry up to 50-75 lbs (sprayers, chemicals, equipment).

• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching in outdoor conditions.

• Exposure to chemicals (with proper PPE), weather, dust, pollen, and noise.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly Union Wage + based on licensing and ability.

• Seasonal overtime during peak seasons.

• Full union benefits including health/dental/vision.

• Paid time off and holidays based on hours worked.

• Company funded license renewal/continued education support.

• Opportunities for advancement in maintenance or operations roles.

• Company supplied safety training programs and endorsements.

Join them in creating stunning landscapes while developing your leadership skills! They're committed to fostering a safe, innovative environment where your expertise makes a real difference every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Our client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits:

• 401(k) 4% Match

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Health insurance

• Opportunities for advancement

• Paid time off

• Professional development assistance

• Safety equipment provided

• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person