CDL Herbicide Applicator Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Prescription Drug Plan

Job summary

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) seeks motivated Herbicide Applicator Technicians to control weeds along roadsides and rights-of-way while safely operating herbicide application equipment. Responsibilities include operating spray trucks and related gear, maintaining equipment, and keeping accurate records while adhering to safety policies and regulatory requirements.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, a Class B CDL, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Must maintain safety policies, PPE requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving history required.
• Willingness to travel up to 2–3 weeks at a time.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (Core & Rights-of-Way) preferred; can obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Apply herbicides to sidewalks, roadsides and rights-of-way.
• Operate spray trucks, ATVs, backpack sprayers and related equipment.
• Perform vehicle and equipment inspections, calibrations and maintenance.
• Maintain documentation including application records and SDS.
• Follow safety policies and environmental regulations.

Skills

Attention to safety

Valid driver's license

Travel readiness

Lifting ability 60 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Class B CDL

Commercial Pesticide License (preferred)

Job description

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about!

Job Description

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking motivated Herbicide Applicator Technicians to control weeds, grass, and brush along roadsides and right-of-way while safely operating herbicide application equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Operations

• Apply herbicides to roadsides, rights-of-way, guardrails, utility poles, curbs, concrete, and other customer-designated areas to control weeds, grass, brush, and invasive vegetation.
• Operate and maintain spray trucks, ATVs, backpack sprayers, hose application systems, and other vegetation management equipment.
• Perform daily inspections, calibration, and minor maintenance on vehicles and spray equipment.
• Maintain required documentation, including application records, labels, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and environmental regulations.
• Drive an attenuator truck and perform other duties as assigned, when required.

Technical

• Safely operate herbicide application equipment and understand proper application methods.
• Identify common weeds, grasses, and brush to ensure effective treatment.
• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and the public.
• Work safely and effectively in a variety of outdoor weather conditions.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience & Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Class B CDL required.
• Valid driver's license with a minimum of 5 years of clean driving history.
• Ability to travel for up to 2–3 weeks at a time.
• Successfully pass a DOT drug screen, DOT physical, background check, previous employment verification, and motor vehicle record review.
• Previous vegetation management experience is preferred but not required.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (Core & Rights-of-Way Vegetation Management) preferred. If not currently licensed, the ability to obtain the license within six months of hire is required.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs. or more.
• Must comply with all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and Drug & Alcohol Policy.

Additional Information

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In 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.