Weed Control Technician – Public Works

Job Description

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON THIS PLATFORM WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU MUST APPLY ON CLARK COUNTY’S WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

 

For Complete Job Announcement, Application Requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:

 

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county

 

 

Job Summary
Operates a variety of specialized equipment to support noxious weed control in designated county rights-of-way, county-owned parks, natural areas, mitigation sites, and reforestation projects, throughout Clark County, in compliance with all applicable State and Federal laws.

This position is represented by Local 17. Engineer positions are represented by PROTEC17, Professional and Technical Employees.

 

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

 

•    High school diploma or equivalent;

•    Current Washington State Pesticide License with Weed Control category (formerly called Right-of-Way endorsement);

•    A valid motor vehicle operator’s license required;

•    Two (2) years’ experience operating spray equipment preferred;

•    Moderate to advanced personal computer skills highly desirable; and

•    Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

 

Knowledge of:  Native and noxious weed identification and control measures; chemicals and tools used for the elimination of weeds; Global Positioning System (GPS) and Geographical Information System (GIS) mapping; pesticide application rates and approved products for rights-of-way, wetlands, and aquatic areas; state and local laws and regulations pertaining to weed control; personal computer applications.

 

Ability to:  Clean and repair systems on spray equipment; safely operate required machinery, power and hand tools; read maps and identify locations; maintain complete and accurate written records; prepare required reports; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; interface with the public and other agency personnel in a courteous manner; perform tasks in unfavorable weather conditions; lift and carry fifty (50) pounds on a regular basis.

 

Selection Process:

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the ‘Resume Upload’ section of the application.  Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

 

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) – An online application is required.  Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

 

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) – This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

 

Oral Interview – The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

 

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

 

It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.

 

First review of candidates will be June 30th. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date with no additional notice.

 

 

Examples of Duties
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

 

•    Operates a variety of light duty spray and vegetation control equipment including large spray tanks, backpack sprayers; off-road equipment in mitigated wetland sites and assigned landscape areas, for removal of nuisance and invasive vegetation; mowers; brush cutters; and various hand tools including but not limited to shovels, machetes, loppers, and chainsaws.
•    Collects, maps, analyzes and maintains data on noxious weed infestations using Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and Geographical Information System (GIS).
•    Maintains herbicide application reports and records on supply usage and weeds controlled.  Refers to pesticide labels and Safety Data Sheets to ensure compliance with all safety requirements and regulations with respect to the use of pesticides.
•    Assists in inspections of county properties in order to control noxious weeds and ensure compliance with State regulations; assists in preparing reports of weed infestations as identified through inspections.
•    Coordinates spray activities with internal Clark County departments and external agencies, including other jurisdictions.
•    Maintains equipment in good operating condition and performs regular safety and maintenance inspection of equipment.
•    Assists in enforcement proceedings against property owners to ensure compliance with RCW and County Code.

•    Assists in the guidance, training, and direction of volunteers and seasonal temporary staff.
•    Performs related Noxious Weed Management program activities as assigned.
 

 

Salary Grade
Local 17 Engineers.4

 

Salary Range
$21.87 – $28.42- per hour

 

Close Date
Open Until FilledRecruiter
Rori JonesEmail:

Rori.Jones@clark.wa.gov

 

Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

 

 

Employee Benefits and additional compensation
Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation.  Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation.  More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

 

 

Retirement Information
All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.
For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems’ web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

 

 

 

 

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