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Weed Hazard And Pest Abatement Worker

Removes flammable vegetation and debris from properties declared to be a nuisance and assists in the control or eradication of noxious weeds and vertebrate pests. Positions work as a weed or pest abatement crew member, typically under the direction of a senior worker. Incumbents perform manual labor involving the removal of flammable vegetation and debris from properties declared to be a nuisance, and the control or eradication of noxious weeds and vertebrate pests by mechanical or chemical means. Assignments require positions to utilize hand-held tools and portable power equipment, lift heavy loads of debris for removal, and follow applicable safety procedures and regulations when applying pesticides for pest eradication or control. Positions in this class may be required to operate Class C vans and trucks of up to 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight in order to carry out the essential duties of the position.

Essential Job Functions include :

• Cuts and removes flammable grasses, weeds, brush and debris.
• Lifts heavy loads of brush cuttings and debris.
• Uses hand tools and portable power equipment.
• Performs daily routine maintenance of portable power equipment.
• Observes, identifies, and documents pest infestations.
• Sets traps and puts out poison bait for the control of various types of vertebrate pests.
• Treats rodent burrows with toxic fumigants.
• Treats rights-of-ways or other areas.
• Demonstrates safe operating practices and procedures.
• Inspects buildings and grounds to locate and identify pest infestations.
• Drives and operates vehicles.
• Cleans facilities or sites after performing work assignments.
• Documents work hours or activities.

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