FDOT Vegetation Maintenance Technician
About The Position
Verdantas is seeking motivated, dependable individuals to join our FDOT Vegetation Maintenance team. This field-based position is well suited for candidates who enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, and supporting transportation and environmental infrastructure. Work is performed at roadside rights-of-way, stormwater treatment facilities, mitigation sites, wetlands, ponds, and other FDOT-maintained locations. Activities include herbicide application, invasive vegetation removal, mowing, trash and debris removal, tree and brush removal, boat work, equipment operation, and field documentation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must currently hold at least one of the following Florida pesticide applicator credentials: Aquatic Pest Control Applicator License, Right-of-Way Pest Control Applicator License, Natural Areas Weed Management certification, Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance certification, or Lawn and Ornamental Pest Control certification
- Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physically demanding outdoor work
- Ability to work safely in hot, humid Florida weather and changing field conditions
- Ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain and work around wetlands, ponds, roadsides, and open water
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and operate a backpack sprayer for extended periods
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Candidates must maintain reliable transportation to and from our Tampa office.
Responsibilities
- Apply herbicides in accordance with product labels, FDOT specifications, and company procedures
- Perform hand removal, trimming, cutting, mowing, and tree or brush removal
- Maintain stormwater ponds, wetlands, mitigation areas, ditches, roadside rights-of-way, and transportation corridors
- Remove trash, debris, and unwanted vegetation
- Perform boat-based field work and assist with safe boat launching, loading, operation, and site access
- Operate backpack sprayers, UTVs, mowers, trucks, trailers, boats, chainsaws, string trimmers, and other field equipment
- Load, transport, mix, and handle herbicides safely
- Identify target vegetation and communicate changing site conditions
- Complete daily work logs, herbicide application records, and required field documentation
- Follow FDOT, OSHA, company safety, and environmental compliance requirements
Benefits
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
