Chemical Spray Technician - Road and Bridge

County of Volusia•Various locations throughout Volusia County, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The County of Volusia is seeking a Chemical Spray Technician for the Road & Bridge Division. This position is located at various locations throughout Volusia County, Florida, and will be responsible for work implementing the chemical weed control program along ditch banks and County Road rights-of-way. This position involves actual spraying of ditch weeds, field investigations, and handling of chemicals. The candidate must have knowledge regarding the proper chemical usage for applications, must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, must be able to swim and to operate a boat with an outboard engine.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or GED, and one (1) year of experience in a weed control program.
Must be able to obtain and maintain Florida Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator , Aquatic Weed Control and Right-of-Way certifications within six (6) months of hire.
Must possess valid Florida Commercial Driver's license, Class B with Tanker and Air Brake Endorsement within six (6) months of appointment.
Must be able to operate boat with outboard engine, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on uneven terrain, and trailer boat to work site.
Knowledge of different types of herbicides used to control ditch and aquatic weeds.
Knowledge of rules and regulations imposed by State and Federal organizations.
Knowledge of the different ways to apply herbicides and when to use them.
Ability to identify various types of ditch weeds in the County.
Ability to accurately mix chemicals for effective weed control.
Ability to operate spraying equipment without endangering private property and public health.
Ability to make decisions on where to spray and the type of herbicide to use.
Ability to schedule work efficiently and economically for an effective weed control program.
Ability to attend seminars and assimilate information that applies to the County program.
Ability to supervise and train employees in spraying activities.
Ability to work under stressful conditions.
Ability to interact effectively with others.
Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.

Nice To Haves

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.

Responsibilities

Makes field investigations to determine spraying needs.
Schedules daily spraying activities.
Identifies various types of ditch and aquatic weeds along roadside ditches, retention areas, and County Road rights-of-way.
Determines which herbicide to use and chemical mixtures appropriate for weed control.
Fills, mixes, operates, and maintains chemical herbicide equipment.
Distributes weed eating organisms into weed control areas, i.e. grass carp, insects.
Maintains daily records.
Enters data via desktop computer terminal.
Climbs ditch embankments to plant aquatic weeds.
Protects private property and public health while spraying, and follows regulations and laws established by Federal and State bodies.
Maintains weeds with hand and motorized equipment in stormwater facilities.
Supervises and trains other employees in the spraying activities and safety procedures.
Attends meetings to learn latest information on herbicides and spraying techniques.
May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
Responds to emergency situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.