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Valley County Weed & Pest Control Technician in Cascade, Idaho
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2504894
Summary\ Valley County is looking for seasonalWeed & Pest Control Techniciansto help with the identification and eradication of weeds and pests using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles, utilizing safe chemical, biological (helpful insects), mechanical, and other environmentally sensitive approaches. We are looking for people who enjoy working outside during the spring, summer, and fall months, and driving county pickup trucks, ATVs, and UTVs in the performance of their jobs.\ \ We will provide training to the individuals selected for these positions in the identification and safe application of environmentally safe herbicides and pesticides in the eradication of noxious weeds, invasive plants, and biological pests. This will include learning how to safely mix and dispose of various chemicals, using and maintaining spray and application equipment, and operating all-terrain vehicles.\ \ As these are seasonal positions with Valley County, they are limited to no more than 8 months in duration and do not qualify for employee benefits.
Typical Duties & Responsibilities\ Typical responsibilities include driving county roads in the location and identification of noxious weeds and invasive plants, safely mixing chemicals in correct proportions and preparing spray equipment for use in the field, applying environmentally safe herbicides and pesticides in accordance with established procedures, setting mosquito traps and conducting tests on captured specimens for various diseases, and completing written documents, safety sheets, and work logs.
Once licensed as a Professional Applicator, incumbents will be eligible for a promotion and a commensurate pay raise.