Traveling Utility Herbicide Applicator
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 18 - 22
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company:Davey Resource Group Inc.
Locations:Chicago IL Joliet IL Rockford IL
Additional Locations:Travelling throughout Illinois possible travel out of state
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:219775
Position Overview
Position location: Traveling throughout Illinois
Pay rate: $18-$22/hour
This is a seasonal position with an opportunity to join other projects if willing to travel. The season runs approximately March-September.
Take ownership of your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation while growing your career in a dynamic industry! Davey Resource Group Inc. has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas community partnership a commitment to safety and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in utility and environmental services.
What youll do:
Plan and apply herbicide to utility right-of-way.
Maintain electronic spray logs to record the amount and types of herbicide used as well as the coverage area.
Inspect and assess vegetation in right-of-ways for compliance standards and construction work plans.
Identify tree and brush control work and protection zone recommendations.
Coordinate with Project Managers Planners and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions.
What youll need:
Love of the outdoors and the ability to work and hike in rugged terrain.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Ability to operate with limited remote supervision.
Leadership experience and a desire for career growth will be given a priority.
Demonstrated expertise in problem solving meeting deadlines and technical innovation.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Availability and desire to travel throughout the utility service area.
Valid Drivers License with clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a UTV.
Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs file creation manipulation and sharing.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Relevant pesticide and/or Herbicide licenses and certificates or the ability to obtain within 90 days. Assistance available for educational material and licensing fees.
What youll get:
Earn State applicator licenses
Earn First Aid/CPR/AED certifications
The opportunity to work in Americas great outdoors with teammates that will support your professional growth and managers who empower.
Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science.
Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience and excellent benefits including health dental vision & life insurance.
Employee referral bonus program.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Ability to travel overnight if required. Hotel stay and per diem provided.
Additional Information:
At Davey our values are our compass and core to everything we do. Davey Resource Group values itself on Safety Integrity Expertise Leadership Stewardship and Perseverance. Pre-employment drug screen (marijuana included) and background check required.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
ACCOMODATIONS: If requested by an employee or otherwise as required by law reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company is a leader in the natural resource environmental and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class including race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression national or ethnic origin marital or familial status disability status as a protected veteran status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person or other classification protected by law.
Davey Resource Group Inc. is a leader in the natural resource environmental and forestry consulting industries throughout the United Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential utility commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients each other and the world around us. We offer the resources size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career theres a place for you at Davey. To learn more visit .
Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time please contact us at 1- or at .
Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 100%
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Service
- GIS
- Hand Tools
- Lift Truck Experience
- Construction Experience
- Wastewater
- Commercial Driving
- Screen Printing
- Operations Management
- Sanitation
- Power Tools
About Company
With over 130 years of experience, you can rely on Davey’s safe, professional tree services for your home, like tree trimming, tree health inspections, tree removal, tree fertilization, and cabling and bracing. Find a local office near you to schedule a free tree consultation today.
