Herbicide Applicator Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Prescription drug plan

Generous PTO

Employee referral

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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• 21+ years of age or older.
• A valid driver's license required (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 preferred but not required.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicators preferred: Category C6, but not required for hire. License must be obtained within first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Spray rights of way and roadsides; perform weed and brush control.
• Keep truck and equipment clean and organized; routine inspections.
• Calibrate all spray equipment; maintain understanding of chemicals used.

Skills

Herbicide application

Roadside maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Spray truck operation

ATV operation

Backpack sprayer

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 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.

• 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.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 21+ years of age or older.
• A valid driver's license required (5 years clean (MVR) motor vehicle record)
• 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 experienceis preferred but not required
• 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.
• Agricultural, landscaping, or related industry experience is preferred.

Additional Information

• Compensation: $21–$25 per hour, depending on licensing and experience.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee referral program

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.