What are the responsibilities and job description for the ROADSIDE DEVELOPMENT HERBICIDE APPLICATOR (VERMILION PARISH) position at Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development?
About This Job
DISTRICT 03 / U560 / MAINTENANCE / VERMILION PARISH
JOB NUMBER: 03-138202-RDHA-07022026-LR
The purpose of this job is to provide DOTD with well-trained, government certified herbicide applicators to be utilized throughout the state in the proper application of a variety of chemicals within a wide range of geographic landscapes in assigned parish(es) of Louisiana. The incumbent is required to have special knowledge of the use of a wide variety of chemicals with appropriate rates, proper application methods, the chemical needed for the targeted plants (weeds) and the results expected within a wide range of geographic landscapes for the purpose of controlling undesirable vegetation. The incumbent is also responsible for keeping an inventory of chemicals (herbicides) which may amount to tens of thousands of dollars of material stored and portions used on a daily basis.
This position requires the incumbent to read and understand the label for all products being used and interpret the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for potential hazards and safety precautions requires to ensure their safety and the public's safety while minimizing environmental risk with the use of herbicides. Incumbent will be required to wear protective gear when exposed to herbicide chemicals, particular when using handheld spray guns to apply certain herbicides.
While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience in mobile equipment operations.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties
Job Duties and Other Information
Appointment Type: Promotional or Probational
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
For more information regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Robert Roberie
Transportation Operations Manager
DOTD - DISTRICT 03
337-893-5523
“The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.”
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.
DISTRICT 03 / U560 / MAINTENANCE / VERMILION PARISH
JOB NUMBER: 03-138202-RDHA-07022026-LR
The purpose of this job is to provide DOTD with well-trained, government certified herbicide applicators to be utilized throughout the state in the proper application of a variety of chemicals within a wide range of geographic landscapes in assigned parish(es) of Louisiana. The incumbent is required to have special knowledge of the use of a wide variety of chemicals with appropriate rates, proper application methods, the chemical needed for the targeted plants (weeds) and the results expected within a wide range of geographic landscapes for the purpose of controlling undesirable vegetation. The incumbent is also responsible for keeping an inventory of chemicals (herbicides) which may amount to tens of thousands of dollars of material stored and portions used on a daily basis.
This position requires the incumbent to read and understand the label for all products being used and interpret the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for potential hazards and safety precautions requires to ensure their safety and the public's safety while minimizing environmental risk with the use of herbicides. Incumbent will be required to wear protective gear when exposed to herbicide chemicals, particular when using handheld spray guns to apply certain herbicides.
While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience in mobile equipment operations.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties
Job Duties and Other Information
- Operate spray truck or other spray equipment (may have GPS navigation system) to maintain roadside vegetation along state highway
- Responsible for measuring/mixing proper amounts of appropriate herbicides as needed.
- Operate power and hand tools in the removal of trees, tree branches and other vegetation that may be causing obstruction for motorists.
- May be required to perform other duties as necessary, including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.
Appointment Type: Promotional or Probational
- The selected candidate must obtain a Louisiana Class "A" CDL License and current Herbicide Equipment Applicator License issued by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture before being appointed to this position.
- Requires random drug testing.
- Required to work in all types of inclement weather and conditions.
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
- Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For more information regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Robert Roberie
Transportation Operations Manager
DOTD - DISTRICT 03
337-893-5523
“The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.”
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.