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Spray Equipment Operator

Spray Equipment Operator

Government JobsBoca Raton, FL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Title : Beautification - Row Maintenance

City of Boca Raton

$19.42 - $26.00 Hourly

Boca Raton, FL

Full-Time

Job Number : 04376-02

Department : Recreation Services - Parks Operations

Division : Beautification - Row Maintenance 62 / 25238

Opening Date : 09 / 30 / 2025

Closing Date : 10 / 14 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : B

General Statement of Job

Performs difficult semiskilled and intermediate skilled work in the regular operation of equipment used in the application of pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

YOU MUST ALSO POSSESS AND ATTACH COPIES OF THE FOLLOWING VALID CERTIFICATION AND SUBMIT WITH YOUR APPLICATION :

  • Restricted Florida Pesticide Applicator license

Essential Functions

  • Operates spray equipment in the application of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers and other chemicals to municipal parks and public building site grounds in accordance with the federal and state laws.
  • Read, interpret, and follow the label instructions for the application of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers, and other chemicals.
  • Applies chemicals to turf, athletic fields and other common areas by using handheld equipment, spray vehicles, backpack sprayers, motorized and push spreaders.
  • Calibrates sprayers, spreaders and other equipment used to apply pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers, and other chemicals.

    • RELATED TASKS :

  • Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the equipment used to apply pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers and other chemicals.
  • Occasionally services and makes repairs and adjustments on spray equipment.
  • Operates other equipment as needed.
  • Performs related tasks as required.
  • Performs ground maintenance duties when not operating equipment.

    • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Knowledge of :

  • Weeds, fungus, pests, and diseases found in South Florida turf.
  • The principles and practices of operating and servicing spraying equipment.
  • The techniques and methods used in applying pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals.
  • The traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
  • The occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of spray equipment.

    • Skilled in :

  • The use of assigned equipment.
  • Mechanical aptitude.

    • Ability to :

  • Use computer to complete required paperwork.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
  • Determine the appropriate pesticides, insecticides, herbicides or fungicides to be used to treat or eradicate the weeds, fungus, pests, or disease. Must be able to document and log, in writing, all "pesticides" used during the course of work.

    • Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of motorized spray equipment and spreaders.
  • Possession of Restricted Florida Pesticide Applicator license.
  • Possession of a valid State of Florida Class 'E' driver's license.

    • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Green Industries Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.

    • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

    • POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS :

  • Criminal Background Check
  • Employment Verification
  • Reference Checks
  • Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Certification / License Verification
  • Physical
  • Drug and Alcohol Screen
  • Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

    • The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

    Benefits Summary SEIU Employees

    ANNUAL LEAVE : Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.

    0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month

    5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month

    10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month

    15 years and over 14 hours per month

    CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE : Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.

    SICK LEAVE : 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows :

    Continuous years of service Percentage

    Less than 2 full years 0%

    2 to 5 full years 10%

    5 to 10 full years 20%

    10 full years or more 30%

    Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%

    HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums) : Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.

    CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT : Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows :

    5 to 10 full years $600 annually

    10 to 15 full years $800 annually

    15 full years and over $1,000 annually

    RETIREMENT PLANS : The two pension / retirement options are listed below :

  • The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatory contribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.
  • An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit
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