Spray Equipment Operator

Spray Equipment Operator

Salary

$19.42 - $25.00 Hourly

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

04376-07

Department

Recreation Services - Parks Operations

Division

Beautification - Row Maintenance 62/25238

Opening Date

04/07/2026

Closing Date

4/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

B

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General Statement of Job

Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton!

At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job - it's your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported.

Why Boca Raton?

As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, the City of Boca Raton offers robust benefits to its employees:

• Health Insurance Benefits: No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays
• Continuous Service Benefit: Paid out annually after 5 years of service
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedule
• Retirement Plans: Two pension/retirement options to choose from

Whether youre starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed.

Apply now and join the city that's building careers and shaping a stronger tomorrow!

Performs difficult semiskilled and intermediate-skilled work in the regular operation of equipment used in the application of pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST POSSESS AND UPLOAD COPIES OF THE FOLLOWING VALID CERTIFICATIONS ALONG WITH YOUR APPLICATION:

Possession of the State of Florida Restricted Use Pesticide Public or Commercial Applicator License.

Essential Functions

• Operates spray equipment in the application of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers and other chemicals to municipal parks and public building site grounds in accordance with the federal and state laws.
• Read, interpret, and follow the label instructions for the application of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers, and other chemicals.
• Applies chemicals to turf, athletic fields and other common areas by using handheld equipment, spray vehicles, backpack sprayers, motorized and push spreaders.
• Calibrates sprayers, spreaders and other equipment used to apply pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers, and other chemicals.

Related tasks:

• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the equipment used to apply pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers and other chemicals.
• Occasionally services and makes repairs and adjustments on spray equipment.
• Operates other equipment as needed.
• Performs related tasks as required.
• Performs ground maintenance duties when not operating equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Weeds, fungus, pests, and diseases found in South Florida turf
• The principles and practices of operating and servicing spraying equipment;
• The techniques and methods used in applying pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals
• The traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation
• The occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of spray equipment

Skilled in:

• The use of assigned equipment
• Mechanical aptitude

Ability to:

• Use computer to complete required paperwork;
• Understand and follow oral and written directions;
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates
• Determine the appropriate pesticides, insecticides, herbicides or fungicides to be used to treat or eradicate the weeds, fungus, pests, or disease; must be able to document and log, in writing, all "pesticides" used during the course of your work;

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of motorized spray equipment and spreaders

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Green Industries Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class 'E' driver's license
• Possession of State of Florida Restricted Use Pesticide Public or Commercial Applicator License.
• Must obtain Ornamental & Turf and Right of Way category licenses within 6 months of employment.
• Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Certification/License Verification
• Physical Examination
• Drug and Alcohol Screening
• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

Physical and Environmental Demands and Conditions

The environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
• Continuously moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Occasionally remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Continuously moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks.
• Continuously moving from one worksite to another.
• Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions
• Continuously communicating with others to exchange information
• Continuously repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Continuously operates a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills
• Continuously operating machinery and/or power tools
• Continuously operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment
• Occasionally assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Continuously demonstrating the ability to observe details accurately and identify variances
• Occasionally lift/carry objects up to 50 pounds or less
• Occasionally push/pull objects 50 pounds or less
• Occasionally working in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts
• Continuously working in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation or the like
• Continuously working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other environmental conditions
• Continuously working in an outdoor area where exposure to animals, reptiles and/or insects may occur
• Continuously demonstrating regular in office attendance

Essential Employee Designation

When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration that a state of emergency exists, any employee may be deemed essential by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work.

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veterans Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY

SEIU Employees

ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.

0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month

5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month

10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month

15 years and over 14 hours per month

CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.

SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:

Continuous years of service Percentage

Less than 2 full years 0%

2 to 5 full years 10%

5 to 10 full years 20%

10 full years or more 30%

Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%

HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.

CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:

5 to 10 full years $600 annually

10 to 15 full years $800 annually

15 full years and over $1,000 annually

RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

• The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatory contribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.
• An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution.
• The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection.

Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.

HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1 floating holiday. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.

FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of State

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City's Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.

MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.

EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cignas Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed? NOTE: You must attach proof (diploma or degree or transcripts) of highest education completed with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.

• Less than High School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Trade or Vocational School
• Associates Degree or 60 credits of college courses
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

03

Have you attached proof (diploma or degree or unofficial transcripts) of highest education completed with your application? Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience do you have in the operation and maintenance of motorized spray equipment and spreaders? This information must be clearly identifiable on your application.

• I have no previous experience.
• Less than 4 years of experience.
• 4 years of experience or more

05

Please briefly describe your experience in the operation and maintenance of motorized spray equipment and spreaders. This experience must be clearly listed on your application work history. NOTE: "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response. If you have no previous experience, please state "N/A"

06

Do you possess and maintain a valid Florida drivers license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years prior to employment? - Or are you able to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire? NOTE: You must attach proof of a valid license with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.

• Yes, I have a valid Florida drivers license.
• No, I do not have a Florida drivers license but can obtain within thirty (30) days of hire
• No, I do not have a Florida drivers license and cannot obtain within thirty (30) days of hire

07

Have you used tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff) or electronic cigarettes (according to the CDC electronic cigarette is defined as "e-cigs," "e-hookahs," "mods," "vape pens," "vapes," "vaping", "tank systems," and "electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS)" within the last 12 months from the date of application?

• I have used tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application.
• I have not used tobacco products or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application.

08

This position preferred candidate possession of a Green Industries Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment. Which of the following best describes your current status?

• I currently possess a valid Green Industries Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) certifications.
• I do not currently possess the required licenses/certifications but can obtain within (12) months of employment.
• I do not possess and cannot obtain the required licenses/certifications.

09

This position requires the candidate to possess a valid State of Florida Restricted Use Pesticide Public or Commercial Applicator License. Which of the following best describes your current status?

• I currently possess both valid State of Florida Restricted Use Pesticide Public and Commercial Applicator License.
• I currently possess a valid State of Florida Restricted Use Pesticide Public License.
• I currently possess a valid Commercial Applicator License.
• I do not possess any of the valid Licenses.

10

The candidate must possess valid Ornamental & Turf and Right of Way category licenses or be able to obtain these licenses within (6). months of employment. Which of the following best describes your current status?

• I currently possess all valid Ornamental & Turf and Right of Way category licenses
• I do not possess valid Ornamental & Turf and Right of Way category licenses, but can posse within (6) months of employment
• I do not possess these License and cannot obtain them within (6) months of employment.

11

Are you willing and able to work a flexible schedule that might include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Boca Raton

Address 201 W. Palmetto Park Road

Boca Raton, Florida, 33432

Phone 561-393-7971

Website http://www.myboca.us