Job Information
Texas Tech University Senior Technician - Pesticide Crew in Lubbock, Texas
38098BR
Extended Job Title:
Senior Technician - Pesticide Crew
Position Description:
Performs highly skilled mechanical and/or analytical duties in the coordination and completion of projects. Work is performed under general guidelines using established procedures and evaluated on results obtained. May supervise skilled and semi-skilled subordinates.
Requisition ID:
38098BR
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions:
Utilizes proper safety techniques and equipment to prevent personal injury and property damage by attending safety meetings, setting a good personal example, and by personal observation.
Keep an ongoing inventory of chemicals (in stock & amount used) in storage by estimating amount of chemicals needed and ordering as necessary. Also keeping storage clean and orderly.
Operate all trucks, tractors with attachments, equipment and tools used by the Grounds Maintenance department.
Identify and control noxious plant, insect and disease species using chemical, cultural and integrated Pest Management techniques.
Mix and apply pesticides per label instructions, utilizing mechanical devices such as tractor-operated spreaders, 300-gallon hydraulic sprayers, bank tank sprayers and other equipment as needed.
Spray for pests, structural fumigation, commodity fumigation, weeds, lawns and ornamentals as a licensed non-commercial pesticide applicator, licensed by the Structural Pest Control Board/ Texas Department of Agriculture.
Grant Funded?:
No
Minimum Hire Rate:
18.11
Pay Basis:
Hourly
Work Location:
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications:
Class A Commercial Drivers License. Previous experience in related field.
Department:
Grounds Maintenance
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Group:
Operatives
Shift:
Day
Required Qualifications:
High school or equivalent and five years experience. Additional job related education may substitute for required experience on a year for year basis.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
No
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University:
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
