Overview
Herbicide Sprayer/Applicator – ATE Jobs in Portland, Oregon, USA at Asplundh Tree Expert Co.
This position is responsible for operating application equipment to apply herbicides in the treatment of undesirable vegetation.
Are you a real go-getter looking for an amazing opportunity with a nationwide full-service utility contractor offering competitive wages and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you!
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
Applies chemical herbicide and/or pesticide to right-of-way following brush removal, utilizing hose and spray nozzle from truck-mounted spray equipment.
Mixes herbicide in holding tank and fills injection tubes or assists spray crew Foreperson with mixing herbicide and filling tank.
Services truck and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.
Drives truck to specified areas where trees require treatment.
Pulls wheeled cart (dolly) carrying injection unit into areas of brush to treat trees.
Operates a small power drill, which weighs less than 10 pounds.
Drills holes into base of trees, places a probe from the chemical injector tank into the hole, and switches on the injector to treat trees.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
Education & Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Pre-Screen:
Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.
License &
Certifications:
Driver License preferred, but not required.
Travel Requirements:
Must have transportation to and from the show-up location.
Willing to travel, work, and stay out of state.
Physical Requirements:
RARE (less than 10%):
Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
OCCASIONAL (up to 33%):
Sitting, Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Reading, Pushing, Climbing Ladders, Lifting Up to 50 lbs.
FREQUENT (up to 66%):
Standing, Walking, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Lifting Over 10lbs. to 50 lbs., Hearing – Speech Range, Lifting, Carrying, Pulling, Balancing, Lifting Up to 10 lbs.
CONTINUOUS (up to 100%):
Sense of Touch, Seeing Distant, Climbing, Gripping, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, Depth Perception
Safety:
Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools.
Be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods.
Be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments.
Be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary.
Be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
Have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain.
Be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day.
Be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.
About Us:
As a full-service utility contractor, Asplundh performs tree pruning and removals, right-of-way clearing and maintenance, vegetation management with herbicides, and emergency storm work and logistical support.
Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator 9.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Title: Herbicide Sprayer/Applicator – ATE
Company: Asplundh Tree Expert Co.
Location: Portland, Oregon, USA
Category: Trades / Skilled Labor, Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
