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FERGUS COUNTY Short-term Full-time Weed Sprayer in LEWISTOWN, Montana
Fill time, temporary position
WAGE: $18.00/hr. If you have a Montana herbicide applicator's license or are willing to obtain one, the wage is $19.00 /hr.
The Weed Crew Member is responsible for weed control through the proper application of pesticides in accordance with Federal, state, and county laws. Duties include noxious weed identification, safely handling and properly mixing chemicals, spraying, and performing light maintenance and calibration of weed spraying equipment.
DUTIES:
Receive and review work assignments and coordinate with other weed crew members.
Identify noxious and undesirable vegetation in assigned areas to determine what type of chemicals or equipment is necessary to remove or control them.
Mix and apply pesticides and herbicides in accordance with work orders.
Record all sprayed areas in accordance with department policies.
Review chemical labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for each product before application.
Calculate mix ratios and compute how much spray is necessary for a given area.
Perform spraying operations using broad jet, wide boom and hand-line systems according to department policies and procedures and applicable laws.
Operate vehicles and application delivery systems including a spray truck, four wheelers, four-wheel drives, one ton trucks and other weed control equipment.
Adhere to all department safety standards including observing weather conditions, traffic, water and animals that may affect spraying operations.
Calibrate and perform light maintenance duties of all spray equipment according to established procedures and manufacturer specifications.
Perform minor semi-skilled maintenance and repairs on spraying equipment, mowers and lawn maintenance equipment, department vehicles, and safety equipment.
Provide information, rentals, materials and technical assistance to support the public in effective noxious weed management.
Properly dispose of empty containers and rinse materials and maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the facility.
Operate specialized equipment and hand tools used in cutting, gathering, and removing noxious weeds including weed whackers, mowers and related county equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Communicate effectively in person and via phone or two-way radio Knowledge of basic math in order to make computations Knowledge of the weeds and crops grown in Montana and the appropriate herbicides that manage undesired vegetation Knowledge of 2 and 4-wheel drive vehicles used for delivery of chemicals Knowledge of small engines and how to operate and maintain them. Ability to lift up to 50lbs
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED
One year experience with chemicals including pesticides/herbicides. Equivalencies include course work in agriculture or related field, certification as a licensed pesticide applicator
One year of experience in weed management operations
GPS/GIS experience preferred but not required