What are the responsibilities and job description for the ATV Driver (Seasonal) position at Brookings County?

Job Description

Posting : #25-05

Posting Type : Internal & Open Announcement

Closing Date : Open until filled

Starting Wage : $19.79 / hour

Part Time Seasonal (summer) position

Application Procedures : Interested individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting a Brookings County application to Human Resources

Brookings City / County Government Center
520 3rd Street, Suite 210
Brookings, SD 57006 or at www.brookingscountysd.gov.

POSITION TITLE : ATV Driver

DEPARTMENT : Weed & Pest

REPORTS TO : Weed & Pest Supervisor

FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt

WAGE GRADE : 3

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

General Statement of Duties

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to safely and efficiently operate ATVs for the Brookings County Weed & Pest Department. Performs spraying of public and private lands related to the control of weeds and noxious weeds during the six-month season of approximately April through September. Work in progress is often performed without immediate supervision. Work is evaluated based on the care exercised in driving and the degree of effectiveness in spraying, loading, transporting, and unloading materials.

Examples of Duties : (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties, which may be found in positions of this grade.)

Weed & Pest Duties

Mix and apply pesticides to weeds. Lift all chemicals to treat weeds and pests.

Drive assigned vehicles to perform general weed spraying for the control of noxious weeds.

Assess weather conditions for determination of chemical applications.

Provide accurate record keeping of areas sprayed.

Calibrate equipment to ensure proper application.

Assist with education of public as it relates to the noxious weed program.

Other Duties

Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents / injuries in a timely manner to the Supervisor in order to facilitate prompt correction or reporting.

Prepare and keep records related to work order requests, labor expenditures, job status, estimates, and proposed or completed projects.

Attend training sessions and meetings as required.

Perform work in a manner consistent with safe practices.

Wear Personal Protective Equipment when required.

Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with the general public and other employees.

Perform other such duties and functions as assigned and necessary to the proper performance of the position.

QUALIFICATION FOR APPOINTMENT

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to safely drive All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

Ability to perform manual labor, withstand variable weather conditions, and work extended hours if necessary.

Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.

Valid driver’s license.

Ability to obtain the Commercial Pesticide Applicators License with at least the following categories : G, 1A, 1B, 6, 7, 9 and 12.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate with co-workers, supervisory staff, citizens, etc.

The employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 75 pounds with assistance.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; employee is exposed to outside weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be occasionally loud.

Examination, Testing, and Certification

The Examination, Testing and Certification described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Valid Driver’s License.

Valid Commercial Pesticide Applicators License

Successful competition in written and / or oral interviews.

Other such examination as deemed appropriate and necessary by the Supervisor and / or County.

Education

High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred

Any equivalent combination of education and experience as is acceptable to the hiring authority.

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