Pesticide Applicator

City of Lubbock • 1010 9th Street Lubbock, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Applies chemical pesticides to control insects or weed infestations in parks and other identified areas. Performs nuisance animal control.

Requirements

• Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional one year experience in weed and pest control
• Possess a Certified Non-Commercial Applicator license, (within 1 year of hire date) issued by the Texas Structural Pest Control Board in categories of "weeds" and "lawn and ornamental"
• Physical exam required
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Knowledge of chemical control measures required to treat weed or insect infestations
• Knowledge of proper methods for handling and control of chemicals and equipment
• Knowledge of weed treatments in turf and flowerbeds
• Knowledge of running small gas powered machinery
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to perform duties of pesticide application and nuisance animal control
• Ability to communicate effectively with others

Nice To Haves

• Cert. Non-Commercial Applicator (within 1 year of hire date)

Responsibilities

• Spray herbicides, insecticides, or fungicides using truck mounted and/or hand held spray equipment as required
• Document application rates, times, locations, type of chemicals, and other relevant information
• Perform nuisance animal control
• Maintain and clean equipment
• Ensure that chemical applications are made in a safe manner and are confined to the immediate area requiring treatment
• Observe and follow safety procedures for spray work conducted on street medians
• Pick up litter and debris on streets and highways
• Performs related duties as directed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED