Noxious Technician
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$ 23 - 30
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Job Description
Job Title: Seasonal Noxious Control Specialist
Location: Klamath County Oregon
Employment Period: April October (Seasonal) FullTime during Season
Salary: $23.07$30.07
General Position Summary
Klamath County is seeking a dedicated Seasonal Noxious Control Specialist to manage noxious weeds on public and private lands. This role primarily involves herbicide application and minor maintenance of equipment. Applicants must pass a preemployment drug screen.
Essential Functions
The following responsibilities are representative of the duties expected:
- Control noxious weeds using herbicides and hand tools in public and private rightsofway.
- Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
- Maintain an active Oregon Public Pesticide License through continuing education.
- Prepare daily spray reports in compliance with County and Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) regulations.
- Supervise control drivers/helpers organizing and directing daily fieldwork.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education Certification & Experience
- Proven experience or training in recognizing and eradicating noxious weeds.
- Familiarity with Klamath Countys road systems and Oregon State Highways.
- Skills in offroad driving ATV operation and small boat handling.
- Competence in GPS operation and map reading
- Oregon Public Pesticide Applicators License (Minimum Category: Regulatory
- Valid Drivers License
- Oregon AllTerrain Vehicle Safety Education Card
- First Aid and CPR Certification
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Language: Ability to read pesticide labels Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and interpret technical documentation. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Mathematics: Proficiency in calculations for mixing herbicides and analyzing data.
- Reasoning: Capacity to troubleshoot problems analyze field data and interpret technical instructions.
Physical Requirements
This role involves significant physical activity. Candidates must be able to:
- Frequently stand walk and handle equipment.
- Occasionally climb kneel stoop or crawl.
- Frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Temp
