•Completion of some post-secondary studies in agriculture, environmental science or a related field. An agricultural background would be an asset.
•A current Industrial Pesticide Applicator certification – (Veg Tech ll)
•Ability to identify noxious and prohibited noxious weed species.
•Knowledge of pesticides.
•Valid class 5 driver’s license with an acceptable 5-year commercial driver’s abstract.
•Standard First-Aid, Defensive Driving certification (or the ability to obtain).
•Ability to wear a half mask with organic carbon filters when handling and applying herbicides, and completion of a Respiratory User Screening Form as per the CSA Z94.4-11.
•Ability to conduct strenuous work in an outdoor setting and perform medium lifting of 25 kilograms.
•Experience with trailer hookup, cargo securement and towing.
•Experience operating ATVS/UTVs and/or towing trailers with a pickup would be an asset.
•Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
•Ability to communicate effectively and courteously.
•Familiarity with the Alberta Township Survey (ATS) System.
•Ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare written reports.
•Experience driving a pickup on gravel roads would be considered an asset.

NOTE
Applicants must submit at time of application a 5-year Commercial Drivers Abstract dated within 30 days of application.

Internal driver evaluations will be conducted prior to hire.

To see full job advertisement details please visit our careers page on our website. www.sturgeoncounty.ca

All interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter stating the competition number to hr@sturgeoncounty.ca