Pest Control Technician

City of Regina; Regina; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Regina is seeking a Pest Control Specialist responsible for monitoring pests affecting public health and urban forestry. You will plan and supervise work teams and ensure humane management of wildlife within the city limits. Applicants should have a degree in biological sciences, experience in pest management, and effective communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to public service while engaging in meaningful environmental work.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health and wellness benefits

Educational support

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in pest management.
• Valid certificate from tree pruning course as required.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising work crews.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of Pest Control programs.
• Conduct literature research on wildlife interaction.
• Provide emergency services for wildlife as required.

Skills

Knowledge of Federal & Provincial Acts

Ability to conduct best practice research

Ability to work in various conditions

Ability to express oneself effectively

Education

Post-secondary degree in biological sciences

Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

Pesticide Applicator Licenses

Tools

Pesticide control equipment

Job description

Land Acknowledgement

We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier‑free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, people of disabilities, and members of equity‑deserving communities, to apply. The City of Regina is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.

Position Summary

The position is responsible for the monitoring and control of vertebrate and invertebrate pests affecting human health or urban forest health within City limits. This position will assist in the supervision, leadership, program planning and scheduling of work teams engaged in activities of the various Pest Control programs. This position reports to the Supervisor of Pest Control.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with development and implementation of Pest Control programs.
• Conducts literature research and provides recommendation for the best practice on the interaction of local wildlife and city, including but not limited to best practice strategies for humane control, relocation and/or rescue activities for local wildlife.
• Conducts best practice research, enforcement and implementation of controls associated with the management of various regulated vertebrate pest populations.
• Locates harbouring areas, provides solutions and control of vertebrate and invertebrate pests.
• Provides emergency service for small to medium sized wildlife in City limits, as required.
• Assists with coordination, and monitoring of all herbicide programs.
• Assists the Entomology Research Analyst in the identification, assessment, diagnosis and control of insect and disease organisms within the urban forest.
• Provides supervision, scheduling, and training of employees within the Policy Guidelines, as required.
• Inspects public and private trees to identify pests and disease occurrences to protect the urban forest.
• Live traps removes vertebrate pests dead/alive and disposes or relocates of them in a humane manner.
• Maintains accurate records of programs and statistical information.
• Prepares reports, surveys and maps of numbers and locations of pest infestations.
• Attends meetings and provides reports as requested.
• Provides information to residents, institutions, industries, local government officials and other interested groups, on the control and prevention of pests as required.
• Follows all rules and regulations as set out in the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and the City of Regina Occupational Health and Safety Manual.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Knowledge of various Federal & Provincial Acts & Regulations and Municipal Bylaws including their enforcement in relation to all Pest Control program areas.
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Demonstrates ability to conduct best practice literature search towards practical implementation of a leading best practice towards vertebrate animal control.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) philosophy.
• Thorough knowledge of control practices and techniques with vertebrates and invertebrates.
• Knowledge of bylaw enforcement procedures.
• Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and input data; recommend and provide control strategies.
• Ability to schedule work crews efficiently.
• Ability to work in all types of conditions and various shift times as may be required.
• Ability to follow all safety precautions prescribed in the use of pesticides and in the handling of wild vertebrates.
• Ability to express oneself effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to co‑ordinate and maintain operational inventory of equipment, material, and supplies.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with other civic workers and the public.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Skill in the use and application of biological and chemical control products.
• Skill in the placement of rodent bait stations, traps, and tools.

Education and Experience

• Post‑secondary degree related to biological sciences, wildlife management, IPM or a related post‑secondary education, including proven knowledge in Entomology, Plant, Pathology, vertebrate and invertebrate Biology.
• Additional certification in WHMIS and Boat Safe are also a requirement of this position.
• Must possess a valid certificate, endorsement, license or degree from a tree pruning course as identified by the Province of Saskatchewan Dutch Elm Disease Regulations.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in vertebrate and invertebrate pest management, tree identification and tree disease diagnostic experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the supervision of work crews.
• Demonstrated skill and extensive experience (5 years minimum) in the safe and responsible use of firearms.

Working / Other Conditions

• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Must possess a valid Firearm Possession & Acquisition Certification (PAL).
• Must possess Pesticide Applicator Licenses including Landscape, Mosquito & Biting Fly, and Structural classes or others that may be required by Provincial regulations.
• Required to work with a variety of pesticide control products and materials.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina’s Criminal Record Check Policy.
• Proof of education is required.
• Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.

Benefits

At City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth through educational support and in‑house courses. If you’re passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!

Application Information

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