Goals: Customer Satisfaction, Quality Work.

Reports to: Foreman / Project Manager / Operations Manager

Time Requirement: Full time – Contract. Start date on or around May 1st, 2026 to October 30 2026. Possible additional work opportunity.

Company Policy and Procedures:

Understand, abide by, and enforce company procedures
Is on time and fit for work at beginning of every shift

Specific Responsibilities:

Coordinate and execute noxious/prohibited invasive plant mitigation program
Identifying invasive plants accurately and determining the most appropriate herbicide for effective control
Applying herbicides safely and effectively, following all label instructions and applicable laws and regulations
Operating side-by-side sprayers, backpack sprayers, and other equipment necessary for invasive plant control
Ensuring crew members follow all safety protocols and guidelines, including proper handling of all chemicals
Coordinating with crew members to plan and schedule work days, including assigning tasks and delegating responsibilities as appropriate
Creating and maintaining accurate records of herbicide use and safety paperwork and reporting any incidents or issues to supervisors as necessary
Communicating effectively with clients, team members, and supervisors, providing updates on project status and addressing any concerns or questions
Conducting regular inspections of equipment and ensuring it is properly maintained and in good working order
Driving a truck and trailer loaded with side-by-side sprayers and other equipment, adhering to all traffic laws and safety guidelines
Work with a team in a remote setting requiring overnight stays (Hotels/Accommodation/LOA provided)

Human Relations:

Maintains positive attitude and outlook toward work performed
Contributes to productive team atmosphere
Treats all stakeholders in a respectful manner

Equipment and Company Property:

Maintains clean driving record
Able and willing to maintain and drive trucks with trailers
Able and willing to maintain and drive side-by-sides (UTV)
Has ability to learn new equipment efficiently

Quality:

Maintains professional approach
Instructs others in techniques to improve quality
Able to maintain quality while increasing efficiency
Responsible for final quality on assigned projects

Safety:

Reports or corrects dangerous situations
Reports accidents/incident and fills out proper paperwork
Safe operation of tools and equipment
Use of required safety equipment and PPE
Strong time management, project planning and written/verbal communications

Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Education/Experience Requirements

Certified Pesticide Applicator

Education/Experience Preferences

Education/certification in environmental science, renewable resource management, conservation, botany, plant-identification, horticulture, or similar subject matter
Prior construction or labour experience is considered an asset
Strong vegetation identification skills is an asset – additional training will be provided
First Aid, WHMIS, TDG, PSTS or CSTS, LSE

Company Profile:

Vitae Environmental Construction Ltd. is a Southern Alberta-based business with local experience and expertise in reclamation, environmental, landscaping and civil construction services, with specific expertise in Alberta's ecology.

Vitae is COR Certified

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Salary: Competitive Salary, negotiable depending on education/experience.

Contract length: Spring – Fall 2024

Expected start date: Late May/Early June

Job Types: Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Experience:

construction/reclamation: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Class 5 Drivers License and clean driver abstract (preferred)
Pesticide applicator license or assistant license (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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