Weed/Sign Technician

A. MAJOR DUTIES: Weed Employee/Sign Employee

· Identify and spray noxious weeds in county right-of-way and riverbanks as required.

· Re-inspect infested sites for compliance by landowners.

· Responsible for county road signs including inventory, repair, and replacement.

· Complete necessary paperwork including compliance with state and federal law.

· Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and assist in servicing and repairs.

· Attend required training.

· Perform manual labor such as patching, sign repair, erecting and taking down snow fence, bridge and culvert repair, loading and unloading materials.

· Operate general maintenance equipment such as trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, motor graders, snow plows, draglines, backhoes, sanders, tractor/mowers, etc.

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Road Foreman.

B. TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK:

· Identify and spray noxious weeds, prepare weed control chemicals.

· Maintain necessary paperwork for compliance with state and federal law.

· Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and assist in servicing and repairs.

· Attend required training.

· Conduct sign inventory.

· Perform manual labor including patching, sign repair, snow fence erection, bridge and culvert repair, and material handling.

· Operate various general maintenance equipment.

· Perform related work as required.

C. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB:

· Education or experience sufficient to perform duties and meet required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

· Must possess an EPA Commercial Applicator’s license.

· Category 07 Right of Way certification required.

· CDL (Commercial Driver's License) required.

D. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIRED ON THE JOB:

· Knowledge of noxious weeds and control methods.

· Ability to maintain paperwork and ensure compliance.

· Familiarity with equipment operation and maintenance.

· Understanding of safety practices and procedures.

· Ability to follow instructions and perform manual labor.

· Proficiency in operating various maintenance equipment.

E. WORKING CONDITIONS:

· Exposure to weed control chemicals.

· Heavy lifting, outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

· Exposure to noise, heat, and grease.

· Operation of equipment with moving parts.

F. COMPENSATION:

· Paid Hourly Wage negotiated for Grader Operator under Road Department Union Contract.

· Overtime pay for hours exceeding 40 per week.

· County-furnished vehicle for inspections, notices, and training.

· Personal commute valued at $1.50 each way, taxable to the employee.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,873.60 - $55,161.60 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person