Sprayer

This posting is for 1 hourly position for up to 18 weeks
Do you have a passion for environmental stewardship This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the health and sustainability of Strathcona Countys natural areas as a Vegetation Sprayer. Youll be part of a dedicated team committed to improving biodiversity enhancing public spaces and ensuring our community thrives for generations to this role within the Recreation Parks and Culture division youll help protect our landscapes by applying herbicides and using other control methods to manage invasive plants across public lands.
This position offers varietyyou may work independently as part of a team or take on supervisory responsibilities with seasonal crews. Expect hands-on physical work with hours that can vary depending on weather and operational needs.
The ideal candidate brings knowledge of herbicide application plant identification ecological restoration and risk mitigation to ensure the safety of residents animals and the environment.

Mix and safely apply herbicides to control invasive plants in compliance with municipal provincial and federal legislation.
Maintain accurate records of herbicide applications using GIS software.
Perform daily monitoring maintenance and calibration of herbicide application equipment.
Carry out invasive plant management using manual and mechanical methods.
Inspect public properties for noxious/prohibited noxious weeds and conduct broadleaf weed counts.
Provide exceptional customer service to residents offering guidance on invasive plant identification and management practices.
Support the Vegetation Management Technician by training coaching and supervising seasonal staff on the Invasive Plant Management Team.
High School diploma with three years related experience an environmental field.
Attending or completed post-secondary education in an environmental field would be considered an asset
Effective customer service public relations and communication skills (verbal and written).
Experience in herbicide applications is an asset.
Plant identification skills would be considered an asset.
Knowledge of municipal provincial and federal policies and legislation is an asset.
Supervisory experience would be an asset.

Valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers licence and submission of a 5-year Drivers Abstract with less than 7 demerits
Valid Pesticide Applicator Certificate (Landscape)
Ability to work a variety of shift work
Our vision is to become Canadas most livable community where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity respect safety fairness and cooperation.

Competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
Health and wellness spending account
Employee and family assistance program
Commitment to employee development through internal and external training and development opportunities.
Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive respectful and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve.