SEASONAL Sr Weed and Pest Technician
About The Position
The primary function of an employee in this class is to perform pest control, herbicide, and pesticide applications, cleanup, and maintenance of vehicles and spraying equipment. The primary duties of this role are performed outdoors and may involve working in adverse weather conditions, and exposure to hazards such as spraying equipment and hazardous chemicals. This role is SEASONAL; the work is performed between the months of May - September. The role also involves surveying for noxious weeds and gophers, mapping problem areas, informing landowners, conducting treatments, collecting specimens, and maintaining identification records. Additionally, the technician will be responsible for equipment maintenance, chemical application, and may train and supervise other seasonal technicians.
Requirements
- Knowledge of county geography; read and interpret road maps
- Familiarity with EPA guidelines and regulations
- Strong customer service skills
- Understanding of regulations and policies for safe herbicide and pesticide application
- Safe operation of basic power and hand tools
- Operate, adjust, and monitor spraying equipment
- Basic motor vehicle maintenance
- Safe and correct operation of a four-wheel drive vehicle
- Work cooperatively and constructively with county employees and the public to deliver high-quality public service
- Follow written and oral instructions accurately
- Communicate effectively with the public and county employees, especially in sensitive situations
- Maintain accurate spraying records, logs, and documentation
- Perform basic mathematical computations in determining percentages for chemical concentrations
- Valid Idaho driver’s license
- First Aid and CPR certification may be required
- Maintain an Idaho Professional Applicators License through recertification (Laws and Safety, and Agricultural Herbicides)
- Must successfully complete a background investigation
- High school diploma or GED is required
Nice To Haves
- Some knowledge of agriculture preferred
- Two years of related work experience performing herbicide and pesticide application preferred
Responsibilities
- Survey the county for noxious weeds and gophers, map problem areas, and inform landowners about control regulations
- Conduct weed treatments, collect specimens for study, and maintain identification records
- Maintain, calibrate, and perform basic repairs on motorized, mechanical, and application equipment
- Review chemical labels and safety data sheets, calculate application rates, and mix chemicals correctly
- Operate a motor vehicle with spraying equipment to apply herbicides and pesticides
- Assist in recording spraying services, including the extent of operation and fees charged
- Train and supervise seasonal technicians
- Perform all work duties and activities following county policies, procedures, and safety practices
- Performs other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
