Integrated Vegetation Management Technician - Ontario

Wright Canada Holdings Ltd; London; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental management company seeks an Integrated Vegetation Management Technician for a seasonal role from early May to late September. The successful candidate will promote awareness of invasive species, monitor populations, and operate various tools in diverse outdoor settings. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and experience in environmental science or natural resources.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a valid Pesticide Applicator Certification relevant to Ontario.
• Experience in vegetation management considered a strong asset.
• Physically fit to work in rough terrain.

Responsibilities

• Inventory and control vegetation throughout Ontario.
• Select and implement management practices for invasive species.
• Collect vegetation population data and monitor control efficacy.

Skills

Pesticide Applicator Certification

Chainsaw operation

Effective communication

Ability to work outdoors

Education

Education in Natural Resources, Forestry, or Environmental Science

Tools

Chainsaw

Weedwhacker

ATV

Job description

The Integrated Vegetation Management Technician is responsible for promoting awareness of invasive species and integrated vegetation management practices on behalf of our clients and collects data regularlyin order tomonitor, manage and report on the state of the invasive species in a defined area.

This is a seasonal position with work expected from early May to late September or early October.

Job Responsibilities :

Inventory and control vegetation (native / invasive) throughout Ontario

Select and implement appropriate management and control practices.

Promote awareness of invasive species and integrated vegetation management practices to the public on a day-to-day basis.

Collect and interpret vegetation population data and monitor control efficacy.

Working outdoors, Work localities include highway and resource road rights-of-way, oil and gas and utility infrastructure, facilities and sub-stations

Operation of ATV’s and pick-up trucks on a daily basis on various road conditions

Position will require travel.

Brush saw and chainsaw operation.

Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with the Company’s culture of safety and employee ownership

Comply with applicable federal, provincial, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.

Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Ability to obtain a valid Pesticide Applicator Certification relevant to theprovince of work.

Experience in vegetation management considered a strong asset

Any educational background in Natural Resources, Forestry or Environmental Science would be considered a strong asset.

Strong proficiency in using a chainsaw and weedwhacker considered an asset

Provincially relevant first aid and transportation endorsement certifications

G class Driver’s License and Clean Drivers abstract

Experience using ATVs, or other off road vehicles

Able to work outside and in a range of weather conditions.

Physically fit to work and walk in a rough terrain area.

Compliance with the Company’s Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Communicates effectively with all levels of employees, both technical and non-technical.

Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced, and ever-changing environment

Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees, clients and vendors