Invasive Plant Technician
$40,872–$51,085 year
On-site · Mount Dora, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Skilled role focused on applying herbicides to control invasive aquatic and terrestrial vegetation. Responsibilities include measuring, mixing, and safely applying herbicide spray per label directions; calibrating and maintaining application equipment; posting warning signs; operating boat, airboat, Marsh Master, ATVs, trucks, and related gear; supporting prescribed burns and wildfire suppression; conducting inspections of districts and public water bodies; attending training to maintain certifications; handling field repairs and data entry in ArcGIS; and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Requires ability to read maps, make data-driven decisions, communicate with diverse stakeholders, and work in outdoor field environments. Starting salary ranges and comprehensive benefits are provided; mandatory drug screening and E-Verify participation apply.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Two years of natural resource management experience or related field education
- State of Florida Driver’s License
- State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs Restricted Use Pesticide License with Aquatics and Natural Areas category certificates or ability to obtain within six months
- Ability to read maps and aerial photos; sound decisions; effective communication; accurate measurements and data entry; weather-related assessments; operate and repair pesticide application equipment; operate boats, ATVs, trailers; field repairs; teamwork; public inquiries; ArcGIS data entry
Additional Requirements
- Mandatory drug screening contingent upon employment offer (SJRWMD Drug Free Workplace Policy)
- E-Verify participation
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