Weed Department - Crew Member

POSITION: Weed Control Crew Member

DEPARTMENT: Weed Control

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Weed Control Foreman

SUMMARY OF WORK: Controls weeds through application of herbicides and biological tools with primary emphasis on public roadsides. Some private land applications on rangelands are also conducted.

JOB CHARACTERISTICS:

Nature of Work: This position operates ground application equipment for applying herbicides to noxious weed infested lands. This includes pick-up trucks, and trucks up to 18,000 lb. GVW in addition to 4 wheeler vehicles with herbicide application equipment attached. Four wheeler vehicles are pulled on a trailer by the truck mounted ground application vehicles.

Personal Contacts: Minimal public contact; daily consultation with weed crew foreman. Often works with the foreman, and another crew member.

Supervision Received: Contact with Weed Control Forman on a daily basis.

Essential Functions: Position requires ability to drive trucks; visually inspect areas for noxious weeds; operate and maintain hand spray equipment; operate and maintain vehicles and mounted herbicide application equipment; walk over uneven ground; climb steep slopes; carry 40 lbs; read maps; maintain accurate neat records.

AREAS OF JOB ACCOUNTABILITY AND PERFORMANCE:

Ø Accurately mixes herbicide solutions and applies them at prescribed rates to identified areas.

Ø Applies herbicides to roadsides, right-of-ways, and occasionally private lands to control noxious weeds.

Ø Identifies new weed infestations in Granite County.

Ø Produces accurate records on herbicides used, areas of application and weather conditions during application.

Ø Assists in maintenance of application vehicles and equipment

Ø Performs other related duties as required.

JOB REQUIRMENTS:

Knowledge: This position requires knowledge of noxious weed identification and plant life cycles; knowledge of herbicide safety and application methods; and, knowledge of mechanics for maintenance of herbicide application equipment.

Skills: This position requires skills in on and off-road driving, maintaining and operating herbicide application equipment.

Abilities: This position requires the ability to: lift and carry 40 pounds; visually inspect areas for noxious weeds; read maps; accurately mix herbicides; communicate effectively; follow instructions; establish effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors, and the public.

This position requires a valid Montana Drivers License.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The above knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

Ø High school diploma

Ø 2 years employment experience with herbicide application

JOB PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

Evaluation of this position is based upon performance of the preceding requirements and duties. Performance criteria include, but are not limited to:

Ø Performs assigned duties.

Ø Accurately mixes and applies herbicides in proper amounts as directed by foreman.

Ø Properly identifies new weed infestations.

Ø Effectively maintains spray equipment and trucks.

Ø Knows and complies with state and federal regulations pertaining to weed management and herbicides.

Ø Maintains accurate and timely records.

Ø Interacts tactfully and courteously with the public.

Ø Observes work hours

Ø Demonstrates punctuality

Ø Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors and the public.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: From $15.38 per hour

Work Location: In person