Weed Inspector

Rural Municipality of Pipestone Posted: February 4, 2025Expires: March 6, 2025 Weed Inspector Seasonal Position: April - November (potential for permanent position) Duties & Responsibilities Include: Responsible for the identification and eradication of weeds in both rural and urban areas per provincial guidelines. Complete the Rodent control program at Municipal landfill sites and transfer sites. Completes basal spraying under the Dutch Elm Disease program. Completes the mosquito control program in urban areas, including monitoring, larvicide, and spraying. Enforces the Noxious Weeds Act. Qualifications: Familiarity with noxious weeds, their identification, biology, and control as well as the implications of soil and other conditions in the area is considered an asset. Class 5 driver's license. Must be eligible for and capable of obtaining Provincial applicators license (Rural Municipal) and permits pertaining to the use of pesticides and herbicides under the Manitoba Pesticide and Fertilizers Control Act, the Manitoba Environment Act, and Canada Pest Control Products Act. Skills: Knowledge and application of various pest control methodologies. Familiarity and good working knowledge of related statutes and regulations. Basic computer skills and use of MS Office. Work will mostly be unsupervised; must have excellent time management and organizational skills. Schedule: Monday to Friday, 80 hours bi-weekly, April to October. Wages dependent on experience. Wage range: $27.19 - $31.99 per hour.Full benefits package available after eligibility. For more information about this position or for a job description, please contact the Public Works Manager at 204-761-5121. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is located. Mailed to: c/o Human Resources, RM of Pipestone, Box 99, Reston, MB, R0M 1X0Emailed to: Or faxed to: 204-877-3999. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Disability accommodations available upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-10