Roadside Applicator - Lexington - Opterra Solutions, Inc.

    Opterra Solutions, Inc.
    Opterra Solutions, Inc. Lexington

    1 week ago

    Description
    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 % 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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