Roadside Herbicide Operator & Traffic Control Pro

Opterra Solutions, Inc.; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Opterra Solutions, Inc. in Lexington, SC seeks a Roadside Applicator to apply herbicides and manage vegetation on state and local DOT rights-of-way while maintaining traffic control per federal and state guidelines.

You will operate spray trucks, keep records, and travel extensively to cover territories in varying conditions. A valid herbicide license, experience driving heavy GVW vehicles, and traffic-control certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience as a truck driver with GVW 15K+.
• Valid herbicide license.
• Certified traffic control supervisor at state or federal level.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• DOT medical card required.
• Willingness to travel 50–75% with overnight stays.
• Knowledge of herbicide applications and PPE.
• Traffic control training or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate trucks with tanks and spray devices for herbicide applications.
• Maintain highway roadside vegetation via proper herbicide use.
• Direct traffic, set signs and cones, and monitor safety.
• Maintain records of herbicide spraying and daily production numbers.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections and DOT-compliant logbooks.
• Load/unload materials and prepare chemicals for application.
• Comply with OSHA and PPE requirements; adhere to safety procedures.
• Collaborate with supervisors and participate in trainings.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT medical card

Herbicide application knowledge

Team player

Safe driving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Opterra Solutions, Inc. in Lexington, SC seeks a Roadside Applicator to apply herbicides and manage vegetation on state and local DOT rights-of-way while maintaining traffic control per federal and state guidelines.

You will operate spray trucks, keep records, and travel extensively to cover territories in varying conditions. A valid herbicide license, experience driving heavy GVW vehicles, and traffic-control certification are required.