Webber - Herbicide Technician - Infrastructure Management

Position Summary

Performs duties of applying herbicides.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply herbicide on roadways, sidewalks and retention ponds
• Maintain clean vehicle, and monitor vehicle needs (oil, gasoline levels, tire pressure, etc)
• Insure proper oil to gas ratio in gas cans
• Maintain and document all receipts for gas purchases
• Maintain herbicide log all areas sprayed
• Ensure security of all work-related equipment
• Ensure the safety of people and wildlife in proximity to chemical application
• Help maintain client expectations
• Always wear proper protective clothing
• Work independently and work as a team
• Basic ability and understanding of technology for reporting workflow
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in right of way maintenance
• Knowledge of herbicide sprays and safety measures
• Knowledge of environmental conditions appropriate for herbicide applications
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions with client and coworkers
• Ability to maintain detailed records of herbicide application
• Ability to operate a spray machine with a boom
• Ability to operate trailer
• Required to be available for emergency response rotations as need for overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver license and a good driving record are required to drive a company vehicle
• Possess a current Florida Department of Agriculture Commercial Applicator's license with the categories of licensure in Core, Right-of-Way and Aquatic

Work Conditions/Physical Demands

Capable of working outdoors in all types of weather conditions

Must be able to wear full protection gear while applications occur

Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs

The employee is regularly required to stand; sit; walk on a wide range of surfaces; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Webber, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Webber, LLC complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at each location the Company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.