Utah County

Equipment Operator II - Weed Control

Public Works Office Building Full time

UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158

Fax: (801) 851-8166 ‚ Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov

http://www.utahcounty.gov

“The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities.”

Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind:

                How can I make my community a better place?

                Who will need my help and protection?

                How will I make a difference for someone?

We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.

Apply today and join our Team.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The Utah County Public Works Department is a multi-service Department within County government operating in the areas of Administration, Buildings, Engineering, Mapping, Motor Pool, Parks, Roads, Special Projects, Surveying and Telecommunications.

Posting Date: April 28, 2026             Closing Date: *Open Until Filled

*All applications received by May 12, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST will be screened by the Human Resources Office.  Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview.  The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled.

POSITION: Equipment Operator II – Weed Control     POSTING #: 7019-0426

*May Underfill as an Equipment Operator I – Weed Control  

The Opportunity:

Under general guidance and direction of the Weed Control Supervisor, performs manual, semi-skilled, and skilled labor in weed control, vegetation management, and emergency road operations within Utah County.  Operates light and heavy equipment, including but not limited to specialized spray equipment, land tamer, backhoe, roadside mower, chipper, spray truck, plow truck, and ATV.

Grade:

Equipment Operator II – Weed Control – 720

Equipment Operator I – Weed Control - 717

Starting Pay:

720 - $23.27 - $26.74 per hour

717 - $18.87 - $21.72 per hour

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Job Qualifications – Equipment Operator II – Weed Control:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Two (2) years of work experience operating heavy equipment.

3. Two (2) years of vegetation management work experience that includes identifying and treating noxious weeds for a total of four (4) years. 

4. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications – Equipment Operator II – Weed Control:

1. Applicants must possess a valid State of Utah class A commercial driver’s license with N endorsement.

2. Applicants must possess non-commercial pesticide applicator certification in Right-of-Way, Aquatic, Ornamental & Turf, and Agriculture (plant) classifications.

Job Qualifications – Equipment Operator I – Weed Control:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Two (2) years of work experience operating light grounds and road equipment and/or performing activities related to vegetation management.

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Benefits Package Includes:

100% paid premiums for health insurance

Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)

Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)

Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)

Fourteen (14) paid Holidays

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.

UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER