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Herbicide Applicator

Calgary, AlbertaPosted 6 days ago
FULL_TIMEremote

Job Description

Wright Tree Service of Canada

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCITONS:

  • Contact property owners & public agencies regarding pruning, removals, and/or herbicide work

  • Apply herbicide to manage vines and brush within utility rights-of-way

  • Create and maintain organized spray records

  • Conduct tree and brush inventories

  • Conduct hazard tree inspections and evaluations

  • Plan work for tree contractors

  • Manage data

  • Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area

  • Enforce on-the-job safety practices

  • Carry and utilize materials, tools, and equipment at work site

  • Service trucks and equipment, keep trucks and other assigned equipment in a neat and orderly fashion

  • Perform other related duties as required or assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, Environmental Science or related environmental field, preferred but not required

  • Experience in utility line clearance, preferred

  • Valid state Herbicide Applicator License, or ability to obtain within three months of hire date

  • Ability to frequently lift up to forty (40) pounds and maneuver various terrain with spray equipment

  • Species identification skills and invasive species knowledge, plus knowledge of tree growth rates

  • Ability to obtain ISA Arborist Certification within 12 months upon job offer

  • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

  • Ability to work independently

  • Strong verbal and written communications skills

  • Excellent customer service skills a priority

  • Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain and inclement weather

  • Proficient in map navigation skills

  • Experience with Microsoft Office and data collection software (GIS experience a plus)

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