Herbicide Technician - Field Veg Control & Spraying

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

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401(k)

PTO

Career development

Job summary

DeAngelo Contracting Services in Montebello, VA is hiring Herbicide Technicians to perform vegetation management for public and private clients using spray trucks, ATVs, backpack sprayers, and hoses. You will conduct DOT vehicle inspections, maintain equipment, and apply herbicides safely following label requirements and safety protocols.

A valid driver's license, pesticide applicator license, and 2 years outdoor work experience are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid driver's license with 5 years of clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• 2 years of verifiable outdoor work experience.
• Previous herbicide application experience is required.
• Must possess a valid Pesticide Applicator License in Category 6 (Right-of-Way)
• Availability to work 12-14-hour days, 50-60 hours a week during the season.
• Able to complete math problems using multiplication and division.
• Must be able to operate a smart phone - using email, text, maps, and various other communication apps.
• Operate various power tools to include chainsaws, weed eaters, and leaf blowers.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document all required DOT vehicle inspections; identify and troubleshoot issues with trucks and spray systems, reporting any needed repairs
• Maintain all vehicles and equipment in a clean, organized, and operational condition
• Operate and calibrate spray equipment in accordance with company standards (training provided)
• Identify common weed, grass, and brush species (training provided)
• Apply herbicides safely and effectively while following all label requirements and safety protocols
• Develop a working knowledge of herbicides, application methods, and target vegetation to meet client expectations
• Adhere to all safety guidelines, environmental regulations, and company procedures

Skills

Valid driver's license

Pesticide Applicator License

Outdoor work experience

Math skills

Smartphone literacy

Power tool operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

DeAngelo Contracting Services in Montebello, VA is hiring Herbicide Technicians to perform vegetation management for public and private clients using spray trucks, ATVs, backpack sprayers, and hoses. You will conduct DOT vehicle inspections, maintain equipment, and apply herbicides safely following label requirements and safety protocols.

A valid driver's license, pesticide applicator license, and 2 years outdoor work experience are required.