Seasonal - Vegetation Management Herbicide Applicator
About The Position
The County of Grande Prairie is seeking a Seasonal Vegetation Control professional to spray weeds and brush on County-owned property, including roadsides and gravel pits. This role is temporary, starting immediately until October 31st, 2026. The position typically operates Monday through Friday, with a 5:00 a.m. start time during peak season, and may require some weekend and evening work. The County of Grande Prairie is committed to providing a quality of life and opportunity for all, fostering a collaborative and dynamic workplace guided by values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative.
Requirements
- A valid Class 5 driver's license and acceptable driver's abstract.
- Ability to maintain equipment (e.g., change oil).
- Ability to manage time and priorities, and ability to multi-task.
- Comfortable using computers, including MS Office software.
- Comfortable reading maps and accurately determining land locations.
- Physically fit.
- Comfortable dealing with the public and working alone for extended periods.
- Ability to perform work in adverse weather conditions including heat, cold, and inclement weather.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with weed and crop identification.
- Pesticide Applicator's License (Industrial and Agricultural) or Authorized Assistant Certificate.
- Spray truck/UTV/ATV/trailer hauling/hand spraying/trimming experience.
- Pesticide Authorized Assistant certificate.
Responsibilities
- Assessing and documenting areas to be sprayed, determining priorities and water location.
- Locating spray areas on a map.
- Safely loading and filling water and chemical, and transporting to spray site.
- Determining and double-checking if the area is a no-spray zone.
- Identifying target species and crops while in motion.
- Monitoring water/chemical use, distance covered, and weather conditions.
- Operating and maintaining equipment such as spray truck, UTV, ATV, hand sprayers, and trimmers.
- Maintaining spraying records.
- Daily and monthly reporting.
- Chemical spill containment and clean-up.
- Completing required training such as TDG, H2S, ATV/UTV, and Defensive Driving.
Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $29.27 to $34.43.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
