Field Herbicide Technician – Travel & Growth

DeAngelo Contracting Services, LLC; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx Plan

401(K)

Generous Paid Time Off

Career Development

Employee referral program

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking highly motivated Herbicide Applicator Technicians responsible for spraying right aways, roadsides, removing weeds, trimming, and cutting grass and brush. This is accomplished with a spray truck, an ATV, a backpack sprayer, or by dragging a hose.

High School Diploma or Equivalent is required; a valid driver's license with 5 years clean MVR, and the ability to travel 4–6 weeks at a time are necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Must be 21+ years old with a valid driver's license and 5 years clean (MVR).
• Successfully complete pre-employment DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Must be able to travel away from home for up to 4–6 weeks at a time (Hotel paid for by DCS and per-diem).
• Herbicide application experience is preferred but not required.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicators preferred: Category C6, but not required for hire.
• Agricultural, landscaping, or related industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete all DOT required truck inspections completely (responsible to identify and trouble shoot truck/spray system issues or needed repairs).
• Keep truck and equipment clean and always organized.
• Individuals will be trained to be capable of calibrating all spray equipment.
• Individuals will be trained in the basic understanding of weed, grass, and brush types.
• Individuals will be trained to have a general knowledge of methods and chemicals used, what they control, and all safety requirements to meet the customers' expectations.

Skills

Valid driver license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking highly motivated Herbicide Applicator Technicians responsible for spraying right aways, roadsides, removing weeds, trimming, and cutting grass and brush. This is accomplished with a spray truck, an ATV, a backpack sprayer, or by dragging a hose.

High School Diploma or Equivalent is required; a valid driver's license with 5 years clean MVR, and the ability to travel 4–6 weeks at a time are necessary.