Licensed Chemical Applicator – Sacramento

Responsibilities:

Personnel performing the role of a Chemical Applicator will have the following responsibilities:

• Set up and operate hand and power spray equipment to spray, dust, and/or spread various chemicals and other designated materials including pesticides, herbicides, soil sterilant, grass killer, and specified soil amendments.
• Maintain records of on chemical application activities in compliance with EPA, OSHA, and applicable State and Federal Regulations.
• Maintain work area, chemical storage area, and equipment in optimal condition to promote safe work practices and procedures in accordance with OSHA , EPA, and State and Federal requirements.
• Schedule and coordinate chemical application activities.
• Maintain and update Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemical usage.
• Maintains equipment and tools used in chemical application and coordinates with mechanics for needed repairs.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Applicator’s License (QAL) (Required)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Required)
• Familiar with IOS (Required)
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (Required)
• Conflict resolution training
• Experience in tree trimming, tree removal, and material hauling
• Experience in tree industry operations
• Commercial Drive’s License (CDL) (Preferred, should be completed within 1 year)
• High School Diploma (Preferred)
• Bilingual (Preferred)
• CPR and First Aid Instructor (Preferred)
• EHAP Certified (Preferred)
• CTSP (Preferred)
• Certified Arborist (Preferred)
• Certified Tree Worker (Preferred)