Lead Noxious Weed & Pest Management Technician

Mesa County, CO; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement

Paid Sick and Vacation Leave

Life insurance

Long term disability

Job summary

Mesa County Noxious Weed and Pest Management seeks a Lead Technician to assist the Coordinator in development, implementation, administration and management of the Mesa County Noxious Weed Management program and rights of way management.

The Lead Technician will supervise seasonal employees, lead field work, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining accurate mapping and reporting.

Qualifications

• Degree in related field of study (Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Botany, or closely related field) and 18 months of noxious weed treatment field experience.
• OR 18 months of noxious weed treatment field experience and 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Ability to perform algebra and arithmetic, knowledge of proper and safe chemical handling, and an understanding of general concepts of biology, ecology, agriculture, and pest management.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and Arc GIS software.
• Combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, implementation, and management of weed control programs and rights-of-way management.
• Identify noxious weed species and determine management plans in compliance with state and local regulations.
• Supervise seasonal employees and participate in field work and data collection for grants.
• Maintain and update mapping data using ESRI ARC Maps, ArcGIS Online, ESRI Collector, and EDDMapS West.

Skills

Algebra & arithmetic

Chemical handling safety

Biology & ecology

Pest management knowledge

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Environmental Science / Ecology / Natural Resource Management degree

Colorado Pesticide Applicator License (Certified Operator or Qualified Supervisor)

Colorado Driver's License

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mesa County Noxious Weed and Pest Management seeks a Lead Technician to assist the Coordinator in development, implementation, administration and management of the Mesa County Noxious Weed Management program and rights of way management.

The Lead Technician will supervise seasonal employees, lead field work, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining accurate mapping and reporting.