Seasonal Part-Time Spray Truck Driver

About the role

We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. The primary purpose of this role is to safely and effectively operate a mosquito control spray truck as part of an integrated mosquito management program. At VDCI, we focus on preventing the spread of diseases through mosquito control, including mosquito surveillance, preventative services, and large-scale spraying.

Work is regularly performed outdoors and may include exposure to potentially hazardous situations and substances such as weather conditions, challenging and uneven/unstable terrain, pesticides, dust and airborne particulates, excessive noise, biting insects, hazardous plants, and wild and domestic animals. You must be capable of lifting and using items such as chemical containers and application equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly spray assigned zones as instructed by the contract supervisor.
• Properly use GPS monitor equipment nightly as instructed, and report any malfunctions immediately.
• Accurately record all required data from each spray mission on the appropriate log sheet.
• Be thoroughly familiar with all applicable chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and handle/apply all chemicals according to label specifications.
• Know and follow proper safety and spill procedures at all times, and use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Know and follow the proper and safe operations of all equipment used.
• Fully support, enforce, promote, and implement the company’s safety policies and programs.
• React to change promptly and effectively, and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and ensure it and all other equipment is kept clean.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in the area of pest control.
• Comfortable with self-directed working conditions after a training period.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings.
• Basic math skills — add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to follow instructions for mixing on product labels.
• Maintain the licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations.

Customer-facing experience preferred.

Benefits

All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following benefits, and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after meeting certain criteria:

• Professional and Personal Growth
  • Multiple avenues to grow your career.
  • Training and development programs available.
  • Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues).
• Health and Wellness
  • Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1.
  • Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more.
• Savings and Retirement
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Work-Life Balance
  • Vacation days & sick days.
  • Company-paid holidays & floating holidays.
  • A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility.

This company is a Drug Free workplace.