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OVERVIEW
OF THE POSITION
Controls
noxious weeds for individuals and agencies under contract with Klamath County.
(Seasonal position not to exceed 6 months. Approximately May - September).
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
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Controls
noxious weeds by chemical application or utilization of hand tools on private
property and property under the control of other agencies.
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Repairs
and maintains County weed sprayers and vehicles.
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Maintains
current Chemical Applicator's License by attending continuing education
classes.
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Completes
daily records of location, type, and application rate of chemicals applied.
OCCUPATIONAL
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES
– MUST OBTIAN ALL OF THE FOLLOWING PRIOR
TO EMPLOYMENT
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Current
Driver's License required
¨ Oregon All Terrain Vehicle Safety Education card
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CPR
Certification required
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First
Aid Certificate required
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Public
Chemical Applicator's License required (Minimum categories – Regulatory Weed)
EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL
PREPARATION
Experience
or training in recognition and eradication of noxious weeds; thorough knowledge
of Klamath County's road system and Oregon State Highway system.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
This is a
full-time seasonal position with the Public Works Department. The starting hourly wage for this position is
$14.49 per hour. Future increases are reviewed annually and are based upon
performance and movement on a 7 step scale which extends up to a current
maximum of $18.85 per hour. The normal work schedule for this position is 6:00 A.M.
– 2:30 P.M.
5 days per week. This position is
classified as Non- exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and,
therefore is eligible for overtime pay.
Klamath
County offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Employee benefits include the following:
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Excellent Medical, Dental,
Vision & Prescription Insurance options
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Life Insurance and Short-Term
Disability programs
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No-cost Flexible Spending
Account (Section 125) Tax-Savings Plan
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Paid holidays, vacation, and
sick leave benefits
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Excellent Klamath County Pension/Retirement
Plan
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Employee Wellness Program
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On-going professional training
and development programs
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No-cost Employee Assistance
Plan (EAP)
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Deferred Compensation (Section
457) Plan options
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AFLAC supplemental insurance
options
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Free Parking
APPLICATION
& SELECTION PROCESS
To apply, return a completed Klamath
County Employment Application. When
applying, please reference job number 10-007-3212. This position closes February 19, 2010 at 5:00 PM. Application materials are available from the
Klamath County Human Resources Department located in the Government Center, 305
Main Street, Room #216, Klamath Falls, Oregon 97601-6332. Our telephone number is (541) 883-4296 or
toll-free (888) 339-KCHR. Our facsimile
number is (541) 883-4270. You may submit
your application in person, by fax or online via our website, www.co.klamath.or.us. The selection process will consist of a
review and evaluation of the knowledge and skills on the applications and
resumes submitted. The best-qualified
applicants, as determined by Klamath County, will be considered for
employment.
For
additional information, visit us online, or call our 24-hour job information
hotline at 541-883-4188.
Klamath
County enforces a drug free work place.
Successful applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment
drug screening.