Certified Pesticide Applicator

Job Summary:

ULS is currently seeking a Certified Pesticide Applicator to join our team in Calgary. This position will be responsible for performing all sections of Plant Health Care, including: mixing, preparing and spraying pesticides, equipment maintenance, customer relations and other duties as required.

Major Responsibilities:

• Demonstrating safety leadership and safe work practices at all times
• Working in accordance with Urban Life Solutions policies and procedures
• Providing exceptional customer service & client experiences
• Performing all sections of Plant Maintenance including tree injection and root invigoration
• Responsible for the mixing and preparation of pesticides
• Demonstrating proper pesticide application skills
• Understanding and following directives on all pesticide and fertilizer work orders
• Pesticide spraying equipment maintenance
• Record keeping and report writing
• Utilizing appropriate PPE to carry out job duties
• Interacting with clientele to ensure job satisfaction
• Additional tasks as required

Education, Experience, Required Skills:

Required
• Minimum High School Diploma
• Valid Pesticide Applicator Certification
• 2+ years’ experience in pesticide application
• Valid Driver’s License (class 5), ability to provide copy of driver’s abstract and own reliable transportation
• Experience with multiple machines including track hoe, packer, skid steer, grader
• Professional and safety minded
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and succeed
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• All successfully candidates must provide a recent criminal record check as part of employment

Preferred
• Previous landscaping, snow removal and/or maintenance experience is an asset
• Ability to take direction, learn and work independently as well as part of a team
• Motivated and energetic team player with an attention to detail and great work ethic

Working conditions:

• Ability to perform moderate to heavy intensive tasks for extended periods of time
• Working in a variety of outdoor environments with the ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures
• Physically demanding position that includes repetitive motions
• Significant standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push and pull weights of up to 100 lbs

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We thank all applicants for applying; only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.