This classification works with supervision from a public works leadworker or supervisor. Recurring routine assignments are independently performed by employee on basis of past experience. Employees estimates time and materials and manages time efficiently. Employee uses initiative and judgment in completing routine assignments and interpretation of general administrative or operational policies and procedures is sometimes necessary. Significant deviations require prior approval.
Work is checked at completion of projects.
Employees may or may not work in proximity of supervisor. Applicators may be required to lead a crew of seasonal employees. Employee uses reasonable judgment, generally follows established guidelines and refers to supervisor in emergency or unusual situations. Physical demands may include bending, climbing on rough terrain, hearing alarms and voice conversations, kneeling, frequently lifting up to 60 pounds, pulling, pushing, raking, shoveling, standing for extended periods of time while flagging, twisting, walking and working with hazardous material, fumes, poison oak, insects, etc. Work is performed in an environment which involves everyday risks or discomforts and sometime adverse weather conditions requiring safety precautions.