Public Sector Pesticide Spray Technician

County of Los Angeles; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Los Angeles seeks a pesticide sprayer-qualified professional for the Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures department. The role involves selecting and applying pesticides, maintaining spray equipment, ensuring label compliance, and keeping detailed records.

Licenses such as QAC/QAL and a CA Class C license are required, with additional desirable certifications noted. Eligible candidates should have relevant coursework in agriculture or biology and may be required to complete

Qualifications

• OPTION I: 1 year of experience in preparation and application of pesticides with high-pressure spray equipment.
• OPTION II: 2 years of grounds maintenance and care work assisting in pesticide prep and application.
• LICENSES: QAC or QAL from CA DPR required; Class C driver license required.

Responsibilities

• Selects, mixes, and applies pesticides for turf, beds, and public areas.
• Maintains spray equipment and performs preventive maintenance.
• Ensures compliance with label requirements and regulatory standards.
• Keeps records and reports on pesticide use using electronic systems.
• Provides safety training to pesticide applicators and oversees a small crew.

Skills

Pesticide application

Safety training

Record keeping

Education

Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC)

Qualified Applicator License (QAL)

California Driver License (Class C)

Desirable coursework in Agriculture/Horticulture/Biology

POST PC 832 training

Pest Control Advisor License

Fish and Wildlife Trapping License

Job description

County of Los Angeles seeks a pesticide sprayer-qualified professional for the Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures department. The role involves selecting and applying pesticides, maintaining spray equipment, ensuring label compliance, and keeping detailed records.

Licenses such as QAC/QAL and a CA Class C license are required, with additional desirable certifications noted. Eligible candidates should have relevant coursework in agriculture or biology and may be required to complete