Roadside Vegetation Management Aide
Posted
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03/14/2018
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County
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Bremer
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Location
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Waverly ,Iowa
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Salary
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$10 - $14/ hour depending on qualifications
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Deadline
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04/18/2018
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Description
The Roadside Vegetation
Management Aide will assist the Roadside Vegetation Manager with all aspects of
managing roadside vegetation. This will include, but is not limited to:
controlling noxious weeds, conducting prescribed burns, roadside mowing, managing
and removal of roadside trees and brush, planting right-of-way vegetation,
erosion control, maintenance of existing plantings and routine maintenance on
department equipment. The aide will also assist in other department related
programs/projects.
Requirements:
Must be a self-motivated
individual with the ability to apply common sense and have the knowledge to
achieve goals and objectives. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn about
grassland management and plant identification. The ability to routinely stand,
walk, kneel, stoop, balance, climb and operate power and hand tools. Must be
able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and be exposed to dust,
fumes, and loud noises; and have the ability to routinely lift 75 lbs; ability
to follow written and oral instructions. Possess or acquire a
Category 6 Right-of-Way Iowa Pesticide certification within 30 days of hire is preferred but not required.
Knowledge of truck, tractor and small engine powered equipment operation and maintenance.
Must be 18 years old and possess a valid Iowa driver’s license.
Bremer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications
Posses or acquire Category 6 Right-of-Way Pesticide certification is preferred but not required. Knowledge of truck, tractor and small engine powered equipment operation and maintenance. Must be 18 yrs old and posses a valid Iowa driver's license.
To Apply
Visit www.co.bremer.ia.us Human Resources to obtain an application. Submit your resume/application to: Bremer Co Roadside Vegetation Mngt Dept., 1995 Euclid Ave, Waverly, IA 50677. For information, call 319-559-0559 or email dlehman@co.bremer.ia.us