Company description
Covering 721,396 acres in central Alberta, Ponoka County embodies the essence of rural Alberta with strong agricultural roots, a commitment to fiscal responsibility and an independent spirit. Today, the County serves 9,806 residents, providing strong leadership and guiding the municipality through some difficult challenges.
Job description
Ponoka County Seasonal Employment Opportunity
Ponoka County Agriculture Services is seeking hardworking and motivated individuals with great people skills to work as County Weed Inspectors and Labourers. Duties include, but are not limited to: Weed Inspections, Weed and Brush removal, Weed Control, and Equipment Operation.
Knowledge of weed identification and management is an asset. If you have a current and valid Pesticide Applicators Certificate (Agriculture/Industrial/Landscape) you may be eligible for a wage bonus. Applicants must have a valid class five driver’s license and be able to provide a drivers abstract upon request. Applicant must be able to work in a physically strenuous environment.
The starting wage is $19.00/hour and may be negotiable depending on experience, qualifications and certifications. The work week is typically Monday to Friday, eight hours per day (40 hour work week) with occasional opportunities for overtime. Seasonal employment is available from May 9th to August 31st with the possibility of extended employment.
For more information contact Justin Babcock at 403-783-3333. Please note that only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months
Salary: From $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have knowledge of Noxious Weeds?
- Do you have experience/ Knowledge of Agricultural Production
- Do you have Equipment operation experience (ATV/UTV, Truck and Trailer, Spray truck)
Licence/Certification:
- Pesticide Applicator License (preferred)
- Class 5 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-05-06