Herbicide Applicator Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking highly motivated Herbicide Applicator Technicians to support vegetation management operations along rights-of-way and roadsides. Responsibilities include weed control grass and brush cutting trimming and herbicide application using spray trucks ATVs backpack sprayers and hose systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and document all required DOT truck inspections including identifying and troubleshooting spray system or vehicle issues and reporting needed repairs.
• Maintain trucks spray equipment and tools in a clean safe and organized condition at all times.
• Operate herbicide application equipment safely and efficiently in a variety of field environments.
• Receive training to properly calibrate and operate all spray equipment.
• Develop a working knowledge of weed grass and brush identification.
• Gain an understanding of herbicides application methods target vegetation and all related safety procedures to ensure customer expectations and compliance standards are met.

Qualifications :

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 21 years of age or older.
• A valid drivers license required with clean MVR.
• Successfully complete pre-employment DOT drug screen physical and background check which will include previous employment check and motor vehicle record review.
• Must be able to travel away from home for up to 6-8 weeks at a time 1 week home time. (Hotel paid for by DCS and per-diem).
• At least 3 years of herbicide application experience required: Large scale commercial property is preferred. 
• Commercial Pesticide Applicators preferred: Category C6 but not required for hire. This license will need to be obtained within the first 90 days of employment.

Additional Information :

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical Dental Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) 
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Program 
• Career Development

Compensation: $22-24/ hourly 

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family today! 

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment the event an ADA accommodation is needed DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks pre-employment post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings motor vehicle record checks etc. as such DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time