ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 42001358

My Florida CFO; Winter Haven (FL); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry, seeks an Environmental Specialist I to support survey, treatment, and safety activities for pest eradication programs.

The role requires field work, equipment calibration, and data recording, with travel across the state and strict adherence to labeling and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or Associate degree.
• Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
• Respirator Certification is required.
• Must obtain fruit fly certification within six months and maintain it.
• Position has regulatory responsibilities and may require background checks and drug testing.
• Frequent travel, including overnight stays, may be required.

Responsabilités

• Assist in all phases of emergency or special programs, including survey, sampling, and delimiting areas.
• Calibrate, maintain, and test equipment; assist in facility upkeep.
• Calibrate and apply pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides per labeling; operate tractors and spray rigs.
• Maintain spray and treatment records; observe treatments and contractor activities.
• Report spills and ensure proper cleanup and disposal of chemical containers.
• Perform fruit fly trapping and trap maintenance; prep job sites for treatments.

Connaissances

Survey techniques

Pesticide labeling knowledge

Spray equipment maintenance

Conflict resolution

Written communication

Time management

Independent work

Regulatory compliance

Safety awareness

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Outils

Microsoft Word

Excel

ESRI database entry

Description du poste

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Requisition No:885791

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 42001358

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF PLANT INDUSTRY

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***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma or its equivalent and six (6) months of experience in apiculture, environmental protection, regulation, or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; agriculture; or engineering; or

An associate degree (2 years) from an accredited college or university.

Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.

***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Respirator Certification.

Must obtain fruit fly certification within six months of appointment and maintain throughout employment in this position.

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313, Florida Statutes, and Section 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code.

Will be subject to the requirements of the proper use of appropriate respirator and/or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and must pass post-employment physical examinations to determine medical fitness for respirator and/or SCBA use.

Frequent travel, including overnight and sometimes up to two weeks at a time on an emergency program, is required.

NOTES:

To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.

Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

JOB DUTIES:

GENERAL STATEMENT: This is a technical position assigned to provide survey, logistical, treatment and safety activities for the Bureau of Pest Eradication and Control.

Responsible for assisting in all phases of an emergency or special program which includes but is not limited to the survey, sampling and delimiting of areas where programs are being implemented by the Department for plant pests and diseases. Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and testing of equipment. Assist in the maintenance of the Cowperthwaite Complex and Dundee facility as required which can include but not limited to mowing, weed eating, trimming, and edging.

Responsible for the calibration of equipment, mixing and application of pesticides, herbicides, insecticides and other treatments as required per the labeling requirements. The operation of tractors, spray rigs, herbicide booms and other related machinery or equipment. Inspects vehicles and equipment on a weekly basis and reports any issues or deficiencies with the supervisor and to take corrective action in a timely manner. This includes competing and submitting their equipment and vehicle checklists in a timely manner. Responsible for maintaining spray and treatment records at each site they are treating and would include observing treatments and any other activities that are being conducted by contractors working on behalf of the Department. Reporting of accidental spills to supervision and ensures that cleanup is in accordance with the label along with the proper disposal of empty chemical containers. All equipment will be cleaned after use, and all chemicals will be properly stored in a secure location.

Communicating the status of treatments and any issues arising during treatment to supervision and offering recommendations as needed for the resolution or prevention of issues and the completion of work in a timely manner.

Performs fruit fly trapping on both McPhail and Jackson traps as needed. Maintain and prepare insect traps as needed. Maintain and repair suction traps at their designated locations throughout the state.

Responsible for prepping job sites for treatment activities which would include but not be limited to mowing and the delivery of equipment, supplies and material.

Performs other related work as directed by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of techniques used in inspecting plants or other agricultural products.
• Knowledge of the regulatory treatment of plants and pesticide labeling restrictions.
• Knowledge of maintaining and repairing various spray equipment or tanks.
• Skill in computer basics to include Microsoft Word, Excel, ESRI database entry.
• Skill in conflict resolution.
• Ability to interact with other employees and the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to organize many tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and follow up on completion of work.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interpret rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift and transport 50 lbs. and bend repetitiously.
• Ability to walk in natural and cultivated areas with uneven ground and in inclement weather.
• Ability to work in extreme hot, cold, wet, and humid environments.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com ;)

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SPECIAL NOTES:

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location:

WINTER HAVEN, FL, US, 33831 WINTER HAVEN, FL, US, 33880 WINTER HAVEN, FL, US, 33881 WINTER HAVEN, FL, US, 33884

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.