Roadside Herbicide & Vegetation Technician (On-Call)

State of Louisiana; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Louisiana seeks a Roadside Development Herbicide Applicator to operate spray trucks and herbicide applications across Jefferson and Orleans regions. The role requires a Louisiana Commercial Applicator License and two years of mobile equipment experience.

The employee will perform maintenance tasks, assist mechanics, and support sandbag handling as needed. On-site position with emergency duties during weather events; starting pay is $22.52/hour with state benefits and potential for

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in mobile equipment operations.
• Current Louisiana Commercial Applicator License.
• Ability to operate spray truck and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate spray truck and spray equipment with appropriate PPE.
• Apply the correct herbicide per label and product requirements.
• Maintain accurate application rates according to chemical labels.
• Operate grass-cutting equipment and perform related manual tasks as needed.
• Assist mechanics with minor equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Fill and handle sandbags as required.
• Maintain vegetation along highways and drainage structures using herbicides or other treatments.

Education

Louisiana Commercial Applicator License (LDA)

Job description

The State of Louisiana seeks a Roadside Development Herbicide Applicator to operate spray trucks and herbicide applications across Jefferson and Orleans regions. The role requires a Louisiana Commercial Applicator License and two years of mobile equipment experience.

The employee will perform maintenance tasks, assist mechanics, and support sandbag handling as needed. On-site position with emergency duties during weather events; starting pay is $22.52/hour with state benefits and potential for