Description
Are you looking for a dynamic role that combines horticulture and pest control? The City of Edmonton's Parks and Roads Services is seeking a motivated and safety-conscious individual to join our team as a Pest Control Operator/Labourer II. In this dual-class role, you'll play a crucial part in maintaining our city's parks and roads infrastructure, ensuring a safe and beautiful environment for our citizens. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, is passionate about vegetation management, and is committed to teamwork.
As a Pest Control Operator/Labourer II, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks throughout the year. From spring to fall, you will supervise labourers, mix and apply herbicides, and conduct pre- and post-application scouting in various public areas within the Centre City District. In the winter, you will transition to a Labourer II role, operating equipment and performing horticulture duties such as shrub bed maintenance, planting, and mulching. Safety is a key priority in both seasons, as you will be expected to uphold the City's safety standards and contribute to a safe working environment.
What will you do?
- Assign, supervise, and participate in the application of herbicides to manage weeds on City assets
- Calibrate equipment and perform minor maintenance
- Investigate and resolve complaints concerning regulated and nuisance weeds
- Maintain daily chemical record sheets
- Supervise Labourers in field inspection, chemical mixing, and application
- Mentor and coach staff in the field, and act in the Licensed Crew Leader role as required
- Coordinate on-site operating requirements
- Maintain shrub beds, operate equipment, spread mulch, and perform pruning and planting tasks
- Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with the public and other employees
- Ensure accurate completion of pesticide application documentation
- Ensure safe handling and application of herbicides
- Ensure staff are trained in application best practices and equipment operation
- Participate in safety inspections and follow all corporate safety and environmental policies
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