Senior Roadside Vegetation & Weed Control Tech

Klickitat County; Goldendale, Bickleton (WA, WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Klickitat County is seeking a Sr. Roadside Vegetation Management Technician in Goldendale, WA for Public Works.

The role involves identifying and controlling roadside vegetation and noxious weeds along county roads, operating spray trucks, and performing general road maintenance and snow removal as needed. Responsibilities include herbicide mixing, record keeping, leading vegetation programs, coordinating with landowners, and ensuring safety and compliance with labeling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating equipment, spraying chemicals, or related activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a spray truck and tractor mower to manage noxious weeds and roadside vegetation on County roads.
• Mix herbicides and maintain application records.
• Read, understand and follow pesticide labels.
• Maintain herbicide inventory, equipment, and labor records for billing, payroll, and regulatory uses.
• Provide leadership in maintaining the County roadside vegetation and noxious weed control program.
• Cut brush and vegetation using heavy equipment and hand tools; burn brush and weeds; perform vegetation management with mechanical and chemical methods.
• Conduct roadside vegetation surveys.
• Explain the purpose of vegetation management practices to interested citizens.
• Maintain files, records and logs for vehicles, equipment, and inventory using a computer.
• Make spontaneous decisions regarding weed control to ensure safety.
• Picks up rubbish and cleans ditches, culverts, bridges and general cleanup.
• Act as traffic flagger; set cones, signs, barricades and other devices; may drive a pilot car.
• Perform road maintenance and snow removal when available.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain positive public image and good working relationships with landowners and public officials.
• Perform incidental duties related to noxious weed control and county land management.

Skills

Equipment operation

Herbicide application

Safety awareness

Maps reading

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Klickitat County is seeking a Sr. Roadside Vegetation Management Technician in Goldendale, WA for Public Works.

The role involves identifying and controlling roadside vegetation and noxious weeds along county roads, operating spray trucks, and performing general road maintenance and snow removal as needed. Responsibilities include herbicide mixing, record keeping, leading vegetation programs, coordinating with landowners, and ensuring safety and compliance with labeling.