What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weed Sprayer / Applicator Summer Temp position at Bonneville County?
Job Description
Job Description
February 26, 2025
Starting Salary : $14.00
Work hours : Approximately 40 hours per week from May through October (weather dependent).
Closing Date : Posting will close May 31, 2025, or when filled, whichever comes first.
General Purpose
Perform a variety of full performance duties as needed to help control noxious weeds throughout Bonneville County.
Supervision Received
Work under the general supervision of the Weed Control Superintendent, Assistant Weed Control Superintendent and Weed Control Administrative Assistant.
Supervision Exercised
None.
Essential Functions
Perform herbicide and pesticide application, dig or pull plants, and operate a weed eater or mower. Clean and perform basic maintenance on vehicles and spraying equipment. Mix chemicals and load spray equipment.
Ability to maintain regular, reliable patterns in work product and attendance according to Bonneville County's expectations.
Perform other job- related duties as assigned or required.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Education and Experience :
None.
2. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
- Ability to perform basic math operations, operate a computer or tablet, and work
- independently without supervision or as part of a team.
3. Special Qualifications :
4. Work Environment :
Work is performed outdoors and may include adverse weather conditions and hazards involving the use of spraying equipment, hazardous chemicals, weed eaters and possibly tractor mowing equipment. Tasks require variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular exertion, related to walking, standing, stooping, sitting, and reaching. Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts or in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate equipment. Essential functions require talking, hearing, and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, and critical thinking. Periodic travel required in normal course of job performance.
Lifting requirements require frequent lifting in excess of 40 pounds. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
AA / EOE / ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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Salary : $14
