Love the outdoors? Enjoy staying active? Join our field crew this season!
We are hiring Backpack Herbicide Applicators to help support vegetation management projects across California. This is physically active work in forested and rural areas. You’ll be helping protect ecosystems while working outdoors and gaining valuable field experience.
Position:
Backpack Herbicide Applicator
Location: California (travel may be required)
Type: Seasonal/Contract
Wages: Competitive
Start Date: ASAP / Flexible Start
Contact to apply or learn more
What You’ll Be Doing:
Applying herbicide via backpack sprayers in forested and remote locations.
Working extended hours, often 8–12 hour shifts depending on project needs.
Hiking in wooded, uneven terrain while carrying 20–50 lbs in a backpack.
Maintaining equipment and adhering to safety protocols.
Collaborating with a team and reporting to site supervisors.
Who We’re Looking For:
Physically fit and willing to work outdoors.
Comfortable hiking and carrying weight over long distances.
Available for early mornings and long days (overtime required).
Experience in vegetation management, forestry, or herbicide application is an asset – but we’re willing to train the right candidate.
Must be responsible, safety-minded, and reliable.
Must be legally allowed to work in the US and have access to transportation.
Assets (Not Required but Preferred):
Previous herbicide or pesticide application experience.
Forestry or environmental fieldwork background.
Valid pesticide applicator certification.
Perks:
Get paid to stay active and work in nature
Learn valuable skills and earn certifications
Potential for rehire in future seasons or advancement