Vegetation Management Technician

Overview

Vegetation Management Technicians (VMT) (aka. Weed Sprayer, Herbicide Applicator)
This is a seasonal position from late April to the end of August with the possibility of extension.
Please note the required qualifications in this posting
web site: www.acevegetation.com
Looking for a great summer job that pays well, gives you lots of diverse work experience and is super fun? Come be a VMT with ACE Vegetation!

This position involves:
· Herbicide application and weed management
· Weed identification and record keeping
· Inventory and equipment management
· Equipment operation and maintenance
· Quality customer contact and public relations

Expected compensation for full season participation is as follows (this estimate is based on previous seasons; staff are paid hourly)
First year VMT $14,000-$18,000 plus meal allowance paid over the course of the season ~$2600
Second year VMT $16,000-$22,000 plus meal allowance paid over the course of the season ~$2600
Third year VMT $19,000-$24,000 plus meal allowance paid over the course of the season ~$2600

Accommodations and meal allowances are provided while working away from home base.

We look forward to seeing your application, a great season is waiting for you with ACE!

Qualifications

Conditions of employment:
· Be 18 years of age or older
· Be able to pass a Drug and Alcohol test
· Have valid class 5 driver’s license for at least 2 years
· Provide a driver’s abstract suitable to our insurance
· Standard First Aid Level C certification
· H2S Alive
· CSO/CSTS 2020

These certifications are an added bonus:
· UTV Safety Training
· Herbicide Applicator License (BC, AB, SK, MB)
· Wildlife/Bear awareness
· Class 1 or 3 driver’s license
· Confined space

We want people who:
· Have strong written and verbal communication skills
· Have a great attitude and are safety focused
· Are in good health, bondable and energetic
· Are willing to work with others outdoors for long hours with overtime

Contact

Email resume and cover letter to Patrick Sherback psherback at acevegetation dot com. Include a personal email address in your resume.

Job Details

Application End Date
Job Category
Summer Student Position
Employment Type
Full-Time Term
Job Location
Western Canada
Salary
$17-19