Vegetation Management Technician; Seasonal

Vegetation Management Technician (Seasonal) Position Summary

Reporting to the Agricultural Services Coordinator, the Vegetation Management Technician is a seasonal field position primarily responsible for the application of pesticide on private and public lands in accordance with the Legislation and County policies.

• Safe operation of County vehicles and equipment such as pickup trucks, ATV/UTVs and trailers.
• Applies herbicides and performs other physical and mechanical methods of weed and pest control such as weed whacking and hand picking, as indicated by weather conditions.
• Assist with surveys and inspections under the Weed Control Act and Agricultural Pests Act as assigned.
• Provide information on weed and pest control methods to Yellowhead County residents and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of weed and pest control applications, both hand‑written and electronic, using a computer mapping system.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Maintain inventory of pesticide.
• Lead in providing the annual Vegetation Management Program, and the Pesticide Container Collection Program.
• Complete work site and vehicle hazard inspections as required.
• Keep informed on weed and pest identification and control methods.
• Complete all other duties as assigned.

• Valid Class 5 (or equivalent) Driver’s License with fewer than 6 demerits.
• Completion of Defensive Driving.
• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Post‑secondary agriculture related training or certification considered an asset.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR.
• Physical aptitude and ability to safely lift to a maximum of 50lbs.
• Experience with the application of herbicide considered an asset.
• 80% of work duties are conducted outdoors in all weather conditions.
• 20% of work duties are administrative.
• Potential interaction with domestic and/or wild animals.
• Physical exertion and extensive walking required.
• Frequent and/or daily driving required.
  
  Frequent use and possible exposure to herbicides.
• Public contact may be confrontational.

Thank you for your interest in Yellowhead County careers.

At this time, we will only be contacting applicants who have been selected to move forward in the recruitment process. If you are selected, you will be contacted by Human Resources.