Seasonal - Weed Inspector
3 days ago
The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture. Job Description The Agriculture department is looking for experienced seasonal full-time Weed Inspectors for the 2025 summer season which is approximately May 4th to October 31st, 2026. Weed Inspectors are responsible for inspecting properties in the County of Grande Prairie for noxious and prohibited noxious weeds, as regulated under the Weed Control Act of Alberta. Responsibilities Making contact with landowners, occupants, industry, and towns regarding presence of noxious or prohibited-noxious weeds on the property Identifying weeds Seeking agreements on timelines for completion of an action plan to address the problem, and conducting follow up Conducting spot spraying as required (either by hand or using an ATV) Conducting investigations received stemming from public complaints, and conducting follow up as required Mapping areas to be sprayed and/or follow up as required Advising the Pest and Disease Inspector of insect concerns Picking weeds Monitoring control method effectiveness on properties with noxious or prohibited noxious weeds. Qualifications A valid Class 5 driver's license and acceptable driver's abstract Ability to communicate with ease in difficult situations Strong organizational skills, ability to effectively manage time, ability to effectively prioritize required Experience in MS Office required, experience in mapping software an asset Experience with weed, crop, and basic insect identification an asset Knowledge of the Provincial Weed Control Act an asset Experience in the agricultural industry an asset Comfortable driving on gravel roads. The successful applicants must have reliable transportation to and from work. Term Length May 4th to October 31st, 2026. Work Schedule This job is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm with some weekends and evenings as required. Hourly Pay $29.27 to $34.43. Closing Date February 8th, 2026 11.59 pm. Additional Information This job posting will be used to fill multiple positions. As part of the County of Grande Prairie’s commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, we encourage and support a scent-free environment. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. We do not accept applications sent via email. The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs. This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position. This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found. Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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