Description

The Lewis & Clark County Noxious Weed Control District Program is recruiting for summer weed sprayers. 

Under general supervision of the Weed Coordinator, this position performs weed control and mitigation for the Weed District. Positions are typically May – August and workweek is Monday - Thursday, 10 hour shifts.  

Positions are open till filled and applications will be reviewed weekly.

Who We Are

The Lewis and Clark County Noxious Weed District education, enforcement, awareness programs and policies support the State Weed Law (MCA 7-22-21). The District encourages management of noxious weeds on private and public lands, subdivisions, timber harvests and open pit mining within the county. Noxious Weed awareness and education strengthens management, lessens the spread of infestations, enhances land values and protects the environment. Noxious weed management is the responsibility of all land managers.

Requirements

The knowledge, skills, and abilities are acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.  One (1) year of experience with noxious weed control and mitigation preferred.

Summary

Duties

• Operates specialized application equipment and hand tools used in spraying, cutting, gathering and removing noxious weeds;
• Mixes and applies chemicals used in noxious weed management;
• Transports equipment and materials to job sites;
• Performs preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment and tools;
• Reports major mechanical problems;
• Performs manual labor tasks;
• Maintains records and reports;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change with or without notice.

Examples of Knowledge

• Federal statutes and the Montana Code Annotated related to noxious weed control and mitigation;
• County policies and procedures;
• County weed regulations;
• Public Works Department policies and procedures;
• Chemical application safety regulations;
• Noxious weed identification;
• Noxious weed control and mitigation techniques;
• Safe operating practices; personal protection equipment.

Examples of Skills & Abilities

• Use chemical application devices according to prescribed standards and guidelines;
• Identify noxious weeds correctly in all stages of development;
• Follow verbal and written instructions;
• Establish effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors, and citizens.

Special Requirements

Must have a valid driver's license.

Physical Demands

Duties are performed outside under varying weather conditions.  This position requires the ability to stand, bend at the waist, kneel, reach over the head, talk, hear, and see.  Must be able to move or lift equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds and walk over uneven ground.  Position requires frequent contact with fellow employees and occasional contact with citizens. 

Application Instructions

Applications for this position are accepted online only through our career portal.

The following items are required along with the on-line application:

• Resume
  • Attach resume to online application in designated section
• Cover Letter
  • Attach cover letter to online application in resume upload section as well. More than one document can be uploaded.

For questions on this position or on the application process, please call (406) 447-8316 or e-mail [email protected].

Disclaimer:  Equal Opportunity Employer