ENVIRONMENTAL APPLICATOR

Aquatic Vegetation Control Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Job summary

Aquatic Vegetation Control, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Applicator to perform vegetation management across Palm Beach County. The role offers full-time hours with starting pay at $18 per hour, based on experience.

Training is provided and you’ll help protect Florida’s lakes, wetlands and conservation lands. No prior vegetation management experience is required; we provide paid training and support you in obtaining a Florida pesticide applicator license.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to perform outdoors in Florida heat, humidity and standing water.
• Commitment to safety and following environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform herbicide applications to control invasive vegetation safely.
• Operate company trucks, boats, trailers, and application equipment.
• Inspect and maintain equipment daily.
• Maintain accurate application records and daily reports.
• Follow environmental regulations and company policies.
• Protect Florida waterways, wetlands and conservation lands.

Skills

Reliable

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Valid Florida driver's license

Job description

Environmental Applicator – Palm Beach CountyAquatic Vegetation Control, Inc.Riviera Beach, FloridaFull-time | Starting at $18.00 per hour, based on experienceEnjoy Working Outdoors? Build a Career Protecting Florida's Natural Resources.Aquatic Vegetation Control, Inc. (AVC) is hiring Environmental Applicators to perform vegetation management throughout Palm Beach County.As an Applicator, you'll work independently to help protect Florida's lakes, canals, wetlands, and conservation lands by controlling invasive vegetation. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in working independently, and wants a long-term career with a stable company.No vegetation management experience is required. We provide paid training and will help you obtain your Florida pesticide applicator license.AVC is a 100% employee-owned company that has proudly served Florida for forty years.What You'll DoPerform herbicide applications to control invasive vegetation safely and responsiblyWork independently while managing assigned work areas and daily responsibilitiesOperate company trucks, boats, trailers, and specialized application equipmentInspect and maintain equipment dailyFollow all environmental regulations, safety procedures, and company policiesMaintain accurate application records and daily reportsHelp protect Florida's waterways, wetlands, and conservation landsWhat We're Looking ForDependable and self-motivatedComfortable working independently with minimal supervisionEnjoy working outdoors in Florida's heat, humidity, standing water, and uneven terrainStrong attention to detail and commitment to safetyValid Florida driver's license with a good driving recordWilling to obtain an FDACS pesticide applicator license within six months (training provided)Able to pass a background checkCommitted to working in a Drug-Free WorkplaceExperience That Transfers WellExperience in any of the following is helpful but not required:LandscapingPest controlAgricultureIrrigationTree serviceConstructionGolf course maintenancePublic worksEnvironmental servicesOutdoor laborWhy Join AVC?100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) – Build ownership in the company you help growPaid training and licensing assistanceFull-time, year-round employmentOpportunities for professional growth and advancementHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time offEmployee Assistance ProgramLife insuranceProfessional development assistanceStable employment with a company that has been serving Florida for forty yearsWork EnvironmentThis is an active outdoor position that includes:Working in Florida heat and humidityWalking through wetlands, conservation areas, and uneven terrainStanding water and dense vegetationExposure to wildlife and insectsOperating vehicles, boats, and application equipmentLifting up to 50 poundsIf you're looking for meaningful outdoor work, enjoy working independently, and want to build a long-term career with an employee-owned company, we'd love to hear from you.Job Type: Full-timePay: Starting at $18.00 per hour, based on experienceWork Location: Field locations throughout Palm Beach County