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Supervises the mixing, spraying, and application of insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and fertilizers to park areas, grasses, shrubbery, and trees; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancy: There is 1 vacancy with the Department of Parks and Recreation, Park Maintenance and Recreation Services Division. This position works under the general supervision of the Park Grounds Improvement Supervisor II, and is required to supervise a Chemical Treatment Crew, Utility Crew, and Maintenance Crew in a major geographical area on Oahu. This position is also responsible for overseeing the application of a wide range of horticultural chemicals, fertilizers, and soil amendments, and the maintenance and upkeep of athletic fields, asphalt parking lots, walk paths, and the pressure washing of all park facilities. This position, through subordinate crews, supports the different trade sections of Maintenance Support Services (Plumbing, Welding, Masonry, Carpentry & Painting sections). These operations cover all regional parks, sports complexes, district parks, community and neighborhood parks, nurseries, street trees, and other properties under the jurisdiction of the department.
Special Working Conditions: This position will serve as Disaster Response Worker during declared emergencies. Daily exposure to chemicals. May be required to work weekends, early mornings, nights, and holidays.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this and/or other departments.
- Additional Job Information
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Applications must be submitted online by April 22,2023, 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
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– add [email protected] and [email protected] to your contact list. - Minimum Qualification Requirements
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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to show competence in the care, maintenance and beautification of landscaped areas, including the spraying and application of a variety of agricultural chemicals.Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of practices and procedures for using agricultural chemicals, including fertilizers, common weeds, insect pests, and plant diseases, also chemical applications, such as tools and equipment used in chemical treatment work and their proper maintenance, and the proper hazards and safety procedures.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
1. Possession of a valid Hawaii State driver’s license (Type 3), prior to appointment.
2. Obtain a Hawaii Pesticide Applicator License, Category 3, prior to completion of probation. - Examination Process
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality, quantity, and/or recency of your training and experience. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Training/Education and Experience Evaluation…………………………..100%
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What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
— Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
— Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
— Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
— Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
— Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
— Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
— Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future…choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
— Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
— Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
— Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
— Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
— Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
— Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
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When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Questionnaire sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questionnaire, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate “none.” Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.- I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.
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EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: The Supervising Chemical Treatment Worker position requires that applicants have sufficient scope and quality to show competence in the care, maintenance, and beautification of landscaped areas, including the spraying and application of a variety of agricultural chemicals.Do you meet the experience requirement?
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Describe in detail your work experience using agricultural chemicals, including fertilizers, common weeds, insect pests, and plant diseases. For each job, indicate your major duties and responsibilities, including the types of agricultural chemicals you worked with, and describe your experience with the types of fertilizers and insect pests, and plant diseases you had dealt with.If you do not have experience in this area, answer with “None.”
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Describe in detail your work experience with the tools and equipment used for chemical treatment and the types of maintenance done. For each job, indicate your duties and responsibilities, including the types of tools and equipment used for chemical treatment maintenance.If you do not have experience in this area, answer with “None.”
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Describe in detail your work experience with the maintenance and beautification of landscaped areas. For each job, indicate your duties and responsibilities, including the maintenance and beautification of landscaped areas.If you do not have experience in this area, answer with “None.”
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