Seasonal Noxious Weed Technician

Clallam County is seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to serve as Seasonal Noxious Weed Technicians. This field-based position focuses on the inventory and treatment of non-native invasive plant species, working independently or as part of a team under the supervision of the Noxious Weed Control Director. Duties include applying herbicides using backpack sprayers, performing manual removal techniques, and documenting treatment activities through GPS mapping and data entry.

This role requires strong field skills, including plant identification, navigation, and safe operation of four-wheel-drive vehicles. The position offers an opportunity to work outdoors in diverse environments while contributing to the protection and restoration of local ecosystems.

Typical Duties

• Inventory and treatment on non-native invasive plant species
• Control invasive plants using integrated weed control strategies that include herbicide and manual removal techniques.
• Mapping (GPS), and data entry/documentation for invasive plan populations and treatments
• Successful identification of plants

Education, Training, & Experience

Requires knowledge of the field of assignment sufficient to perform thoroughly and accurately the full scope of responsibility as illustrated by examples in the above job description

Education/Training
Must be 18 years or older. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); prior experience and/or training preferred. Must be a U.S. Citizen; must obtain a Washington State Public Pesticide Operator license within thirty (30) days of hire

Experience
Familiarity with Olympic National Forest (in both Jefferson and Clallam Counties), and local rivers is highly desirable. Field experience with GPS and/or portable data recorder, mapping and off-trail navigation skill preferred.

To learn more and apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/clallam/jobs/5288042/seasonal-noxious-weed-technician?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs