Brazoria County, TX
Pesticide Applicator
Brazoria County, TX, Angleton, TX, United States
Salary: $19.75 - $23.58 Hourly
Location : 1380 East Kiber Street Angleton, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 717
Department: Mosquito Control
Opening Date: 12/16/2024
Description
Under general supervision, operate Ultra-Low Volume (ULV) spray trucks and hand sprayers to help control mosquito populations and protect public health. Use Windows-based tablets for mapping, recording treatment data, and ensuring compliance with operational protocols. Conduct mosquito spraying operations, larviaciding control work and mosquito activity surveillance for the County's Mosquito Control Department.
Shift: April-November Mon-Fri 8:00 PM to 4:30 AM, and weekends when mosquito activity is high
November-April 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Mon-Thu, or 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Mon-Fri
Example of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Experience and Training Guidelines:
High school diploma or equivalent; AND three months of experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with Windows-based tablets.
- Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions.
- Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform tasks in varying weather conditions.
Knowledge of:
LICENSE & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Texas Department of Agriculture Nonpolitical Pesticide Applicator License (post-employment)
Valid Texas Driver's License;
Respirator fit test (post-employment);
TFFA-C (post-employment);
ICS-100-200-700-800 (post-employment).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an office, shop and outdoor work environment. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals and infectious diseases. May be required to work in confined spaces. May be required to climb ladders and work at high locations. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Supplemental Information
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Brazoria County is a local government entity that offers competitive salaries with an excellent benefits package, which includes:
Government Pension through TCDRS with 7% fixed interest and a county match of 2:1 at retirement; we do not pay into Social Security but instead contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan as an additional savings for retirement (AUL).
Excellent medical/dental insurance (Aetna) for employees and dependent coverage rates. Free employee health clinic and free tele-health services.
Section 125 Cafeteria Plans including- Aflac, Humana and others; free LTD; free Life Insurance coverage up to $200 (age reduction); with AD&D.
Employee Assistance Program for all employees and any member of household; 14 paid holidays, vacation and sick benefits.
At retirement, a free paid up $50K Life Insurance policy; a 401h retiree medical reimbursement plan, free access to our employee health clinic.
Location : 1380 East Kiber Street Angleton, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 717
Department: Mosquito Control
Opening Date: 12/16/2024
Description
Under general supervision, operate Ultra-Low Volume (ULV) spray trucks and hand sprayers to help control mosquito populations and protect public health. Use Windows-based tablets for mapping, recording treatment data, and ensuring compliance with operational protocols. Conduct mosquito spraying operations, larviaciding control work and mosquito activity surveillance for the County's Mosquito Control Department.
Shift: April-November Mon-Fri 8:00 PM to 4:30 AM, and weekends when mosquito activity is high
November-April 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Mon-Thu, or 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Mon-Fri
Example of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Operate ULV spray trucks safely and efficiently in designated treatment areas.
- Conduct pre-operation checks of the truck and equipment to ensure that all systems are safe and operating properly;
- Use a Windows-based tablet to:
- Navigate and follow mapping systems for spray routes.
- Record treatment data and complete required documentation accurately.
- Mix and load chemical products in accordance with established safety and environmental regulations.
- Monitor weather conditions - Maintain spray trucks and calibrate mosquito spraying equipment to ensure proper application of pesticides;
- Exchange, rebuild, overhaul and install motors on trucks and mosquito spraying equipment;
- Sand, repair and refinish/paint automotive vehicle bodies;
- Fill trucks and spray units with gasoline; prepare pesticide formulations and fill Spray unit with chemicals;
- Survey ditches, marshes and freshwater areas and treats with larvicides when needed;
- Complete daily reports, inventory logs and mileage records as required on operation forms;
- Update maps and driving routes as instructed;
- Maintain onsite buildings and grounds by performing heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, waxing floors, washing outside of buildings, weeding flowerbeds, trimming bushes and removing trash;
- Perform other general labor and construction duties;
- Attend professional activities, conferences and committees; obtain and maintain State required pesticide license.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Experience and Training Guidelines:
High school diploma or equivalent; AND three months of experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with Windows-based tablets.
- Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions.
- Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform tasks in varying weather conditions.
Knowledge of:
- State and federal laws, rules and regulations governing mosquito control program operations;
- Department policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment;
- Basic methods, techniques, principles and practices used in repair shops.
- Reading and interpreting maps;
- General maintenance of shops and vehicles;
- Operating various tools and equipment typically used in vehicle repair and maintenance and small engine repair and maintenance; troubleshooting mechanical malfunctions;
- Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing;
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships Using initiative, discretion and decision making within established procedures, guidelines and rules;
- Defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions;
- Working effectively within strict time frames and under pressure;
- Providing effective work teams and efficient customer service;
- Operating a personal computer and various software applications.
LICENSE & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Texas Department of Agriculture Nonpolitical Pesticide Applicator License (post-employment)
Valid Texas Driver's License;
Respirator fit test (post-employment);
TFFA-C (post-employment);
ICS-100-200-700-800 (post-employment).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an office, shop and outdoor work environment. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals and infectious diseases. May be required to work in confined spaces. May be required to climb ladders and work at high locations. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Supplemental Information
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Brazoria County is a local government entity that offers competitive salaries with an excellent benefits package, which includes:
Government Pension through TCDRS with 7% fixed interest and a county match of 2:1 at retirement; we do not pay into Social Security but instead contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan as an additional savings for retirement (AUL).
Excellent medical/dental insurance (Aetna) for employees and dependent coverage rates. Free employee health clinic and free tele-health services.
Section 125 Cafeteria Plans including- Aflac, Humana and others; free LTD; free Life Insurance coverage up to $200 (age reduction); with AD&D.
Employee Assistance Program for all employees and any member of household; 14 paid holidays, vacation and sick benefits.
At retirement, a free paid up $50K Life Insurance policy; a 401h retiree medical reimbursement plan, free access to our employee health clinic.