Herbicide Applicator
The Davey Tree Expert CompanyJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Davey Resource Group is hiring a Utility Herbicide Applicator to perform vegetation removal and herbicide treatments along transmission ROWs and access roads, following safety and regulatory guidelines near energized facilities. You’ll transport, mix and apply products, keep daily location and usage records, and operate a 4x4 and UTV with up to 25 percent overnight travel and up to 50 percent total travel. Key requirements include a California pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain one within three months, plus related herbicide experience and safety knowledge around high voltage systems. Benefits include PTO, health plans, 401(k) with match, career development, and an employee-owned culture. In your application, emphasize licensing progress, relevant field work, safety training, and travel readiness.
Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: Riverside, CA, Riverside, CA, Riverside, CA, Riverside, CA, Riverside, CA, San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, CA
Additional Locations: Inland Empire, CA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 227316
Position Overview
We are currently looking to add a dynamic UVM Technician to our passionate team of environmental professionals.
Job Duties
UTILITY HERBICIDE APPLICATOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Perform vegetation removal and herbicide treatment activities for transmission Rights of Way (ROW) and access roads
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Adhere to all federal, state and safety best management practices for vegetation management adjacent to energized facilities
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Transport, mix and apply herbicide mix(es) in accordance to each product’s label
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Daily record keeping for location, acreage, amount of product used and wind speed
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Safely operate 4x4 vehicle with trailer, UTV / Side by Side (Polaris Ranger or equivalent)
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25% overnight travel required.
Qualifications
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Current pesticide applicator’s license issued by the State of California or ability to acquire applicators license within three months.
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Preferred one year experience working around high voltage electrical utility power systems
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One year experience in herbicide applications or weed control and vegetation removal
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Ability to identify various biological communities within California
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Knowledge of safety requirements regarding herbicide application/vegetation removal
practices around substations, communication sites, utility Right of Way and near high
voltage equipment
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Knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding chemical applications
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Knowledge of applicable OSHA vegetation safety standards, FAC-003 requirements,
FERC/NERC Standards and requirements as they relate to the transmission utility industry.
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Ability to receive California Qualified Applicators License in 6 months
Additional Information
What We Offer:*
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
- Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
- Charitable matching gift program.
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected].
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 50%