AQUATIC PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN

Job Description and Duties

AQUATIC PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN – DIVISION OF BOATING & WATERWAYS / AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES BRANCH / STOCKTON FIELD OFFICE

The reporting location for this position is located at 4980 Buckley Cove Way in Stockton. This position will work under the close supervision of the Aquatic Pest Control Assistant Program Manager.

Would you like to be part of a team charged with collaborating and cooperating to control invasive aquatic plants in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta? If you are, look no further than the Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW). As part of the California Natural Resources Agency and the Department of Parks and Recreation, DBW is a self-funded division dedicated to bringing together a body of knowledge as the state's expert in recreational boating-related matters, including public access, safety and education, marine law enforcement, and consumer and environmental protection. DBW's Aquatic Invasive Plant Control Program (AIPCP) strives to ensure that invasive aquatic plants in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta are managed to reduce the threat to economy, public health, and environment. We offer a progressive and family-friendly, cooperative work environment that values innovative thinking, collaborative approaches, enthusiasm for learning and continued job growth.

DBW's Aquatic Invasive Plant Control Program is recruiting an Aquatic Pest Control Technician to directly assist with aquatic vegetation management under the lead direction of the Aquatic Pest Control Specialist while onboard a vessel or use of ground spray rig.

The incumbent’s work schedule will be Monday to Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

Will obtain a California Boater Card within 60 days of employment with employer's assistance.

This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Edward Hard at 916-628-5495 or e-mail [email protected]

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962.

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Working Conditions

Traverse uneven terrain and boat activities in rugged outdoor environments and inclement weather. M ust be able to meet the demands of field work in aquatic environments. Specifically, they must be able to swim at least 50 yards and stay afloat for at least 10 minutes, ability to reboard vessels unassisted from the water, in the event of unexpected disembarking from the vessel, function in rough waters without incapacitation due to seasickness and transport equipment up to 50 pounds. Required to drive to field study locations and to off-site meetings.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click .

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Will obtain a California Boater Card within 60 days of employment.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position, official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Experience in outdoor resource management, field work, retail agricultural/horticultural work.

Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other staff, supervisors, and members of the public.

Consistently be in attendance.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to effectively manage and prioritize assignments.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-708-0514-001 and the Job Control # JC-513591 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.