• Plan, prioritize, implement, and ensure compliance with Provincial and Federal Legislation related to vegetation management, weed and pest control.
• Assist with the development of programs, policies, and procedures in consultation with Management, and the Agricultural Service Board (ASB), on all aspects of Agricultural Services.
• Coordinate orientation, hiring, coaching, evaluation, supervision and facilitate training of the Vegetation Management Technician and Vegetation Management Applicators.
• Manage Agriculture and Environment Department equipment, including maintenance, equipment calibration and ensuring safety requirements of vehicles and trailers.
• Assist with the development and implementation of an integrated vegetation management program including pesticide application, mowing.
• Maintain No Spray Zone and Roadside Haying Agreement records, educate applicants on requirements and inspect for compliance.
• Implement the weed inspection program for County of Vermilion River properties and private properties following legislation.
• Manage the Rat Control Program.
• Assist with various pest and disease control program to ensure all work and enforcement is done according to Provincial Act, Municipal Policy, and service levels.
• Carry out departmental responsibilities in the absence of the Agriculture Fieldman, including staff supervision, program implementation, public relations, and other duties as required.
• Develop programs, demonstrations, meetings, workshops, and awareness information for ratepayers as prescribed by the Agriculture Fieldman.
