AQUATIC PEST CONTROL SPECIALIST, DEPT OF BOATING AND WATERWAYS

State of California • Sacramento, CA

42d • Onsite

About The Position

AQUATIC PEST CONTROL SPECIALIST - BOATING AND WATERWAYS DIVISION / AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES UNIT The reporting location for this position is 4990 Buckley Cove Way, Stockton, CA. This position will work under the general supervision of the Aquatic Pest Control Assistant Program Manager. Performs the following specialized and routine tasks in aquatic pest control work: Lead the Aquatic Pest ControlTechnician(s) (APCT) in the safe navigation and maintenance of different types of boats, boat trailers, tow vehicles and mechanical harvesting equipment in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta waterways and in shallow rivers; assist in the maintenance and minor repairs of equipment including boats, spray gear, automotive, and other transport equipment; assist in maintaining detailed equipment maintenance records. Lead the APCT(s) in safely and effectively operating and maintaining application equipment and chemical handling for aquatic weed treatment; learn and assist in carrying out varied tasks such as hand removal/physical control of invasive aquatic weeds, etc. Lead the APCT(s) in accurately monitoring and recording treatment conditions, including mapping, data recording, daily reporting, inventory, computer entry, in-water plant or fish census, and other reports. Assist in future treatment area selection and treatment scheduling. Attend appropriate continuing education classes in order to maintain required pesticide applicator's licenses. Demonstrate effective leadership skills by modeling the way in the workplace to ensure laws and regulations are complied with as well as complying with chain of command and establishing and enhancing trust among peers. Possession of a valid Class C driver's license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver's license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver's license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application. The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment. State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Eddie Hard at [phone] or at [email protected]. Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962. This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid Class C driver's license is required.
• The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL).
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Applicator Certificate, Category F or G License.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) California Boater Card Certificate.
• Required to enroll in the DMV Pull Notice Program.
• Required to have a valid California Boater Card.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize assignments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the Aquatic Pest ControlTechnician(s) (APCT) in the safe navigation and maintenance of different types of boats, boat trailers, tow vehicles and mechanical harvesting equipment in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta waterways and in shallow rivers; assist in the maintenance and minor repairs of equipment including boats, spray gear, automotive, and other transport equipment; assist in maintaining detailed equipment maintenance records.
• Lead the APCT(s) in safely and effectively operating and maintaining application equipment and chemical handling for aquatic weed treatment; learn and assist in carrying out varied tasks such as hand removal/physical control of invasive aquatic weeds, etc.
• Lead the APCT(s) in accurately monitoring and recording treatment conditions, including mapping, data recording, daily reporting, inventory, computer entry, in-water plant or fish census, and other reports. Assist in future treatment area selection and treatment scheduling. Attend appropriate continuing education classes in order to maintain required pesticide applicator's licenses.
• Demonstrate effective leadership skills by modeling the way in the workplace to ensure laws and regulations are complied with as well as complying with chain of command and establishing and enhancing trust among peers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees