Spray Equipment Operator

Job Description

Be a part of the team that helps make the City of Boca Raton one of the best places to live, work and play! We provide world class services, parks, beaches, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team! Come join us #WorkforBoca

SCHEDULE

Monday

• Friday, 6am

• 2:30pm

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Performs difficult semiskilled and intermediate skilled work in the regular operation of equipment used in the application of pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

• Operates spray equipment in the application of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers and other chemicals to municipal parks and public building site grounds in accordance with the federal and state laws;

• Read, interpret, and follow the label instructions for the application of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers, and other chemicals;

• Applies chemicals to turf, athletic fields and other common areas by using hand held equipment, spray vehicles, backpack sprayers, motorized and push spreaders;

• Calibrates sprayers, spreaders and other equipment used to apply pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers, and other chemicals.

RELATED TASKS: 

• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the equipment used to apply pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers and other chemicals;

• Occasionally services and makes repairs and adjustments on spray equipment;

• Operates other equipment as needed;

• Performs related tasks as required.

• Performs ground maintenance duties when not operating equipment;

Knowledge of:

• Weeds, fungus, pests, and diseases found in South Florida turf

• The principles and practices of operating and servicing spraying equipment;

• The techniques and methods used in applying pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals

• The traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation

• The occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of spray equipment

Skilled in:

• The use of assigned equipment

• Mechanical aptitude

Ability to:

• Use computer to complete required paperwork;

• Understand and follow oral and written directions;

• Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates

• Determine the appropriate pesticides, insecticides, herbicides or fungicides to be used to treat or eradicate the weeds, fungus, pests, or disease; must be able to document and log, in writing, all "pesticides" used during the course of your work;

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

• Four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of motorized spray equipment and spreaders

• Possession of Restricted Florida Pesticide Applicator license

• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class 'E' driver's license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Green Industries Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire, and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:

The background check process for this position may include:

• Criminal Background Check

• Employment Verification

• Reference Checks

• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check

• Workers' Compensation

• Certification/License Verification

• Physical

• Drug and Alcohol Screen

• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS AND CONDITIONS:

The environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.

• Continuously moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

• Occasionally remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.

• Continuously moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks.

• Continuously moving from one worksite to another.

• Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions

• Continuously communicating with others to exchange information

• Continuously repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers

• Continuously operates a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills

• Continuously operating machinery and/or power tools

• Continuously operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment

• Occasionally assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned

• Continuously demonstrating the ability to observe details accurately and identify variances

• Occasionally lift/carry objects up to 50 pounds or less

• Occasionally push/pull objects 50 pounds or less

• Occasionally working in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts

• Continuously working in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation or the like

• Continuously working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other environmental conditions

• Continuously working in an outdoor area where exposure to animals, reptiles and/or insects may occur

• Continuously demonstrating regular in office attendance

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYEE DESIGNATION:

When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration that a state of emergency exists, employees in this classification will be deemed essential by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work.