SUMMARY
The Roadside Applicator is responsible for applying herbicides and vegetation management on state and local DOT rights of way, as well as maintaining traffic and providing traffic control according to all federal and state guidelines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a truck driver (dump truck, TMA, or anything with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 15K pounds or higher)
• Valid state required herbicide license
• Certified traffic control supervisor at state or federal level
• A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and the ability to drive company vehicles
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card
• Ability to travel 50 – 75% by vehicle, with overnight travel throughout territory
• Knowledge and proficiency in herbicide applications
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Completed Traffic Control Technician and Specialist training, or equivalent experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must have the ability to sit, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-11 hours a day
• Must have the ability to drive for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability to routinely lift, push, pull, or move equipment of 50 pounds or more
• Must have the ability to withstand exposure to various weather conditions while completing work assignments (rain, heat, humidity, sun, etc.)
• Must have the ability to walk, stand, and move through diverse types of terrain, including uneven ground and sloped embankments
• Must be willing to be in close proximity to wildlife such as snakes, stinging insects, spiders, and other species
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrate our five core values (Safety, Others, Integrity, Initiative, and Passion)
Safely operate trucks equipped with tanks and spray devices to perform herbicide applications to county and state road rights-of-way
Maintain highway roadside and vegetation by proper application of herbicides
Safely operate the required spray equipment and truck to ensure the proper rate of herbicide is being applied in accordance with the label and other special factors
Maintain all records pertaining to the spraying of herbicides
Direct vehicle traffic including flagging motorists and setting out signs and cones
Responsible for daily production numbers
Provide support on the ground, when not driving a company vehicle, as needed
Safely operate handheld and power equipment, as needed
Perform pre/post trip inspections on assigned vehicle per DOT requirements
Maintain a logbook in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policy
Load and unload containers of materials, manually or using conveyors, hand-trucks, forklifts, or transfer augers per safety training
Prepare chemicals or materials for work application
Verify that hazardous chemicals are handled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with regulations
Perform preventative, routine maintenance on vehicles
Clean or service machinery to ensure operating efficiency
Comply with all applicable traffic laws and regulations while operating a vehicle
Adhere to safety procedures including conforming to all OSHA standards and properly using personal protective equipment (PPE)
Adhere to company policies and procedures
Confer with supervisors to make operational decisions
Participate in company meetings, trainings and state licensure programs
Prioritize building strong relationships by effectively communicating with our customers, their needs, and expectations, to delivering exceptional customer service and a positive experience
Perform other duties as assigned

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