Herbicide Heavy Equipment Operator Salary $20.00 Hourly Location Fort Myers, FL Job Type Full-Time Regular Job Number 07885PC Department D O T Operations Opening Date 03/24/2026 Closing Date 4/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt Description Benefits Questions Description Lee County is looking for a dependable and safety-minded Spray Technician to join our Vegetation Management team. In this role, you will help keep our canals, ditches, and right-of-ways clear and safe by controlling weeds and overgrown plants. This job is great for someone who enjoys working outdoors, likes hands-on tasks, and wants a steady career in public service where the work truly matters. Duties and Responsibilities What You Will Do Apply pesticides and herbicides to canals, drainage ditches, and right-of-ways to control vegetation Operate Spray Truck, Spray Buggy, Spray Boat, Dump Truck, and Loader Drive and operate pickup trucks with trailers and other assigned county vehicles Load trucks with the correct pesticides and herbicides needed each day Keep accurate daily records of chemicals used and areas sprayed Help plan daily tasks with the crew supervisor Open and close weirs (water-control structures) Perform routine maintenance and simple repairs on spray equipment and tools Lift, push, pull, or move items up to 50 pounds Keep your truck clean and in good working condition Help complete time sheets and maintain inventory records Complete a monthly inventory of all pesticides and herbicides Perform other duties as assigned Education, Experience, Licensing What We're Looking For High School Diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience One (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment or similar work, such as: Vegetation control or grounds maintenance Forestry or park maintenance Canal, stormwater, or drainage system maintenance Roadway or public works maintenance Heavy equipment operation Pest control or herbicide application Agricultural spraying or field operations Ability to work in a safety-sensitive position and follow all safety rules and procedures Licensing Requirements Must have a Florida Class B Commercial Learner's Permit and a good driving record at the time of hire. Must obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months of hire. Preferred: Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License. Previous experience driving heavy machines on work sites. Safety-Sensitive Position This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing in accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR Parts 40 and/or 382). Training Requirements You will receive in-house training on applied herbicide use You will learn how to safely operate all assigned equipment and follow proper procedures for chemical handling Extra Skills Able to use hand tools, power tools, and equipment safely Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions Good teamwork and communication skills Able to solve simple equipment or material issues on the job Supplemental Information Work Schedule: Tuesday- Friday 7:00AM-5:30 PM. Weekend or emergency response work may be required Additional hours may be needed during weather events or special operations Why Join Us? In this hands-on role, your work helps protect our waterways, drainage systems, and public spaces. You will receive competitive pay, strong benefits, and a reliable retirement plan through the State of Florida. Most importantly, you'll be part of a team that takes pride in keeping Lee County safe, clean, and functioning for everyone. About the Department The Lee County Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, builds, and maintains the county's roadway network. The department provides services such as roadway construction, traffic operations, drainage improvements, sidewalk installation, landscaping, and more. DOT is committed to safety, quality, and reliable service that supports a safe and efficient transportation system for all who travel through Lee County. About Lee County: Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government. EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee Countys benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both. Below is a brief breakdown of whats included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf. To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf Health Benefits: Medical Insurance Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Medical Reimbursement Account Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) Optional Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) Short-Term Disability Sick Leave Pool Flu vaccinations Wellness Programs Financial Benefits: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Two Retirement Plan Options: 1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) 2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Financial Savings/Management Programs Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union Employee Leave Benefits Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually Paid Sick Leave Paid Vacation Leave Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave Family and Medical Leave Military Family & Medical Leave Educational Leave Employee Assistance Program Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents. United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program) Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors. Educational Assistance Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform. 01 Do you have one year of experience operating heavy equipment or performing similar outdoor work? (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.) Yes No 02 Which best describes your CDL status? I have a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement I have a Class B CDL permit I have a different CDL class I do not have a CDL but I am able to obtain one before the hire date I do not have a CDL 03 Which equipment have you safely operated? (Select all that apply.) (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.) Dump truck Pickup truck with trailer Spray truck Hand tools Power tools None of the above 04 Which of the following types of experience do you have? (Select all that apply.) (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.) Applying pesticides or herbicides Grounds or landscape maintenance Vegetation management Roadway or public works maintenance Operating heavy equipment (trucks, loaders, etc.) Stormwater, canal, or drainage system work Pest control or agricultural spraying None of the above 05 Are you able to work Tuesday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM? Yes * No Required Question Employer Lee County Government Address P.O. Box 398 ATT: Human Resources Fort Myers, Florida, 33902 Phone (239) 533-2245 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty