IVM Spray Technician

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! 

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking a skilled and reliable Industrial Vegetation Management Spray Technician (IVM Technician) to join our team. In this role, you will work in both urban and rural areas, applying herbicides to control unwanted vegetation along county and state roadside rights-of-way. You'll be responsible for vegetation management across various commercial and industrial sites, ensuring these areas remain clear of weeds, grasses, and brush.

*Season expected to start: Mid-March.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply herbicides for effective weed, grass, and brush control across diverse sites, including oil refineries, solar fields, substations, and gas lines.
• Perform daily tank mixing and calibrate spray equipment for proper functionality.
• Conduct thorough inspections and maintenance of trucks and spray systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols while completing all tasks to ensure a safe work environment.
• Operate company vehicles in accordance with company guidelines.

Preferred Technical Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of various weed, grass, and brush species.
• Strong understanding of herbicides, their targeted control, and the associated safety protocols.
• Comprehensive knowledge of application techniques and the equipment used.
• Proficiency in equipment calibration and understanding spray patterns.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

• 21+ years of age or older.
• Drivers license with 5 years of clean driving history required.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test, DOT physical, and background check to work on federal property.
• In state travel required.
• Commercial Applicator’s License preferred (Company will provide certification if not already obtained).
• Ability to lift 50-60 pounds.
• Experience with the mobile iOS operating system is a plus.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) 
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development

Pay rate: $18.00-22.00/ hour

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today! 

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.