Landscape Herbicide Technician

Secure our Nation, Ignite your FutureBecome an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At ManTech International Corporation, you’ll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Landscape Herbicide Technician to join our team in Lompoc, CA. The position is Part Time (30 Hours per week) on an Alternative Work Week (AWW) schedule: Monday – Thursday, 10-hour days.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Support habitat restoration projects, primarily in remote, wildland settings on Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA and occasionally on other installations such as Naval Base Ventura County San Nicolas Island, CA, Pillar Point Air Force Station, and others

Remove non-native invasive plants primarily via chemical and manual methods

Install native outplantings

Install and maintain irrigation systems

Collect accurate data on smart phones

Navigate using GPS

Use handheld power equipment such as chain saws and brush cutters

Mix and apply herbicide with backpack and/or boom sprayers

Drive 4WD and trailered loads

Identify maintenance needs of equipment, e.g., pumps, engines, trailers, vehicles, etc.

Work vehicles are provided for travel to work sites throughout Vandenberg Space Force Base.

Work vehicles are provided for travel to work sites throughout Vandenberg Space Force Base.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma and 2 years’ experience in landscape maintenance, herbicide application, agriculture, or similar

Ability to pass two tests to obtain a CA Dept of Pesticide Regulations (DPR) Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC)

Chainsaw experience

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Ability to drive 4WD trucks with trailers

Ability to use smart phone/GPS/mobile application technologies.

Up to 25% local travel

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in ecology, restoration, or natural resources is desired

Experience in restoration, landscaping, and/or gardening is desirable

QAC or Qualified Applicator License (QAL) is desired

Security Clearance:

Must be US citizen or Permanent Resident

Physical Requirements:

Field technicians may encounter typical field hazards such as poison oak, ticks, and other nuisance species

Ability to carry heavy loads (up to 50 lbs)

Ability to hike long distances over rugged terrain in inclement weather conditions

The projected compensation range for this position is $39,700-$65,300. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please contact ManTech's Corporate EEO Department at (703) 218-6000. ManTech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - minorities, females, disabled and protected veterans are urged to apply. ManTech's utilization of any external recruitment or job placement agency is predicated upon its full compliance with our equal opportunity/affirmative action policies. ManTech does not accept resumes from unsolicited recruiting firms. We pay no fees for unsolicited services.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.mantech.com/careers/Pages/careers.aspx as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation please click careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.