Seasonal Vegetation Technician

Position closes: 4/7/2025

Hiring pay range: $20.90 - $25.08

Full pay range: $20.90 - $29.26

This is a seasonal full-time position for six months. No benefits, position will start mid-April.

SUPERVISION:

Non-supervisory.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

Seasonal position that will not exceed six months. Locate, identify, and treat noxious weeds throughout Garfield County. Communicate with landowners and educate the public on noxious weed identification, plant ecology, land and natural resource management.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

(These duties are illustrative of typical essential responsibilities of the job, and may vary according to assignment)

Field & Site Noxious Weed Mitigation:

• Operates and maintains spray vehicles and equipment.
• Mixes, loads, and applies herbicides daily.
• Utilizes GPS devices to help identify, locate, and record instances of noxious weed infestations.
• Interprets and applies state and Federal guidelines concerning the safe use of pesticides, weed management methods, and personal safety.
• Completes daily herbicide application record.
• Monitors the progress of treated areas.
• Interacts with and disseminates information to the internal staff and the public in a professional, courteous and friendly manner.
• Observes safety precautions and wears appropriate safety equipment at all times.
• Uses and maintains County property in a safe and professional manner.
• Reviews all work products to ensure highest level of quality.
• Drives vehicle to perform one or more essential functions.
• Performs other duties of a similar or related level as necessary or assigned.

Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

(Representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of the position)

• Public Service: A commitment to the mission of providing exceptional services to the citizens of Garfield County. It is who we are, and what we do.
• Customer Service: A commitment to providing exceptional service to all customers (internal & external), which includes being helpful, professional, courteous, and taking the time to understand customer’s needs.
• Stewardship & Innovation: Is a good steward of public resources and looks for ways to be innovative and improve efficiencies.
• Teamwork: Able to work together with a diverse group of people towards a shared goal, while considering the needs of others.
• Business Technology: Ability to utilize the technology required of the position and demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies as required to assist the County in providing exceptional services, innovation, and work efficiencies. Technology for this position includes proficient use of web navigation, email, and software such as GIS/GPS devices and applications.
• Communication: Proficient in communication, and able to communicate using the English language, including written, verbal, or other communication channels as required by the position.
• Noxious Weed Management: Knowledge of native and invasive plant species identification, and mitigation.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Vision, Dental
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Gyms

To view information about our benefits package, please visit
https://www.garfield-county.com/human-resources/benefits-brochure/