HERBICIDE LABORER (41182)

Bluroc, Llc; Vermont; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of right-of-way access solutions, BLUROC is looking for an Herbicide Laborer in Vermont. This role involves assisting in vegetation management, ensuring safety protocols, and maintaining operational equipment. Candidates should have applicable herbicide licenses and experience with chainsaws and heavy machinery. Join a dedicated team committed to sustainability and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Herbicide applicator licenses for CT, MA, VT and NH required.
• Experience operating chainsaws and heavy equipment needed.
• Must be part of a laborers hall (LiUNA) and possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support crew leaders in vegetation management operations.
• Keep work area clear and maintain equipment.
• Safely drive company vehicles to job sites.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Integrity and Trust

Team Building

Presentation Skills

Internal Partnering

Education

OSHA 10 or Greater Certification

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Chainsaw

Heavy Equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Vermont - MIDDLEBURY, VT

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Company Overview

BLUROC is one of North America’s leading providers of right-of-way access solutions. From pipelines to power lines to civil projects, we offer unmatched expertise in total access planning, clearing, site work and restoration services.

These end-to-end solutions are delivered by an experienced, reliable team who place a priority on safety, environmental sensitivity, cost, and timeliness. In short, BLUROC goes the extra mile to ensure our clients’ projects are successful.

At BluRoc, we bring operational excellence regardless of industry or location. Our culture is as top notch as our service and our employees work together like a family.

BluRoc LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position Description

The role of theHERBICIDE LABORER is to provide support and assistance to the crew leader(s) in day-to-day vegetation management operations covering projects throughout the state of Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont and New Hampshire.

Responsibilities

• Herbicide applicator license for CT, MA, VT and NH.
• Keeping the work area clear of debris, cleaning up limbs and branches as needed.
• Raking the area clear to maintain the safety zone.
• Lining up branches and piling appropriately for loading into the chipper.
• Keeping tools in the staging area and safe zone.
• Assuring that all lines are kept clear at all times.
• Being attentive to the crew leader’s cues throughout the job and maintaining awareness ofpotential hazards.
• Safely driving company vehicles to / from job sites.
• Maintaining equipment such as keeping chainsaws sharpened, sprayers cleaned and operational.
• Operating heavy equipment such as a skid steer.
• Tying basic knots and operating rigging equipment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Position Requirements

• OSHA 10 or Greater Certified
• Valid Driver's License
• Vehicle required for transportation to job sites
• CT, MA, VT and NH Herbicide Licenses
• Chainsaw experienced
• Must be out of a laborers hall (LiUNA)

Personal Attributes

Interpersonal Communication-- Navigate and relate with all levels of the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Integrity and Trust--Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; does not misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

Team Building--Creates unity and productivity of team; is able to improve performance and cultivate to excellence within sphere of influence.

Presentation Skills--Is effective in a variety of formal presentation settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, with peers, direct reports, and bosses;

Internal Partnering--Relating to peers on a personal level; cooperating with peers; joint problem solving; responding to accolades; handling peer conflict.