Agricultural Field Assistant (Seasonal)
Location
Red Deer, AB | Canada
Job description
Key Responsibilities Include:
The
Agriculture Services Department of Red Deer County has a seasonal, full-time position for a dynamic and highly motivated
Agricultural Field Assistant to supplement our ongoing focus in the delivery of customer service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Assistant Agricultural Manager, the responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Identification of a wide range of weeds and crops as well as other pests.
- Manual/chemical weed control.
- Identification and reporting of prohibited and noxious weeds.
- Communication with County residents, the public, and staff.
- Operation and maintenance of pesticide application equipment.
- Operation of light duty equipment and small hand and power tools.
- Duties related to conservation.
- Detailed record keeping, computer operation, and other office duties.
- Manual labour, park maintenance, and other duties as required within the scope of the position.
**Candidates will be assigned to various core duties according to their aptitudes.
Core duties include weed inspection, herbicide application, and seeding.
Requirements:
- Completion of (or currently enrolled in) a post-secondary Agriculture, Horticulture, or related certificate or diploma program; an equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Ability to identify a wide range of weeds and crops.
- Ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
- Proficient computer skills (MS Office applications).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lift 25 kilograms.
- Valid Class 5 Drivers’ License with acceptable drivers’ abstract and criminal records check.
- Valid Pesticide Applicator Certification with Industrial Classifications is an asset.
- Experience with light duty equipment and hand tools is an asset.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Weed Control Act is an asset.
- Background in Agriculture is an asset.
Additional Information
This is a seasonal, full-time position (40 hours/week).
Term: May 6, 2024 – August 30, 2024
**Opportunity for extension of term**Hourly Rate: $27.29
Hourly Rate for Licensed Applicator: $28.10
Competition Closes: This competition will remain open until all suitable candidates have been selected.
If this posting appears on Red Deer County’s website, please consider this search open and ongoing.
Qualified parties are requested to submit a detailed resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Department:
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPT.[email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
Additional Job Information:
Posted Date: Jan 09, 2024
Closing Date: Apr 01, 2024
Job tags
Salary
$27.29 per hour
