Spray Technician

Job Description:

Spray Technician

Description

Description

Charleston County Public Works Department is looking for highly motivated, safety minded individuals who enjoy working outdoors to join our team!
Be a part of improving the quality of life for citizens, business, and visitors of Charleston County.

We offer competitive salary, a great benefit package, and training and development opportunities for growth and advancement. Working for the County allows you to earn a pension and you will receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

HIRING SALARY: $19.45 Per Hour

This is a night shift position during active mosquito season and may require weekend and holiday work during this time as well. Hours during active mosquito season are 11pm to 7am. Non active mosquito season hours are 6am to 2pm.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED, APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY.



Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include: Operates spray truck and Ultra Low Volume (ULV) spray equipment/machines properly within federal, state, and County regulations to treat assigned areas; works with a variety of pesticides; prepares and maintains routine records of operations; assists with updating spray maps; assists with refurbishing equipment and trucks during the non-mosquito season; and maintains a clean and safe vehicle and crew area. Familiarity with County geography a plus!

Minimum Qualifications

•High School Diploma or equivalent
•Ability to comprehend and execute written and verbal instructions
•Proficient with iPads to log spray mission data
•Must be safety-minded and be able to work well in a demanding, team-oriented environment
•Ability to lift 55 lbs.
•Reliable transportation to get to work
•Have and maintain a valid SC Driver’s License with a safe driving record
•Ability to obtain pesticide applicator’s license, Category 8 within 6 months
•Available to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

For more information, visit our benefits page.

Salary:

$19.45 Hourly