Pesticide Applicator (Summer Job)
Are you experienced, enthusiastic, and team-oriented? Looking for a great summer job? Cortex has a fantastic opportunity for one seasonal full-time Pesticide Applicator to start asap!
- Applicants must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
- Applicants must be willing to travel out of town 60-80% of the time
- Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
Our Culture
Cortex Management offers a complete range of services designed to provide optimal management of vegetation for turf, right-of-ways, industrial property, pastures, and roadsides throughout Alberta.
At Cortex, we are committed to providing a great work environment for our employees. We believe that good communication skills and a desire to learn are key to success in any field. Our in-house training will help you develop these skills, as well as offer additional training that's specific to your career focus.
As an integral part of the Cortex team, you will discover:
Growth: Personal and professional growth
Engagement: All hands-on attitude
Teamwork: Solve problems together
Service: To each other and our clients
Our team has the opportunity to work together and be part of something much bigger, paving a path that leads to each of us reaching our potential.
What You Bring to the Table
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License with a clean driving record
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- First Aid Certification or willing to get before start date
- Strong organizational skills to manage one’s own work and the work of others.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask, problem-solve, and analyze.
- Able to work long hours (10+ per day)
- Comfortable using smart hardware, i.e. tablets, smartphones, and computers.
About the Opportunity
This work includes but is not limited to the safe application & record keeping of pesticides/herbicides, operation of UTVs & trucks in local and remote locations, equipment maintenance, and all other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager
- Conduct pre-application site assessments to identify target pests or weeds and assess environmental conditions
- Apply pesticides and herbicides following established safety guidelines and environmental regulations
- Calculate and mix chemical solutions based on specific requirements dependent on target species
- Keep detailed records of pesticide and herbicide applications, including quantities used and locations treated
- Drive trucks with an attached trailer
Training
Cortex will assist you in attaining all certifications except First Aid.
- Authorized Assistant Pesticide Applicator Certificate
- WHMIS Certification
- Fire Extinguisher Certification
- TDG Certification
- Construction Safety Training System (CSTS-2020)
- ATV/UTV Safe Rider Certification
- Respirator Fit test (half mask)
Grow Your Career with Us
Are you the ideal candidate for this role? Does our culture sound like the perfect fit for you? Apply today!
Cortex offers:
- Daily live-out-allowance for out-of-town work
- +2$/hr raise for completing your full Pesticide Applicator Certificate
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Returning bonuses & raises
- Training, growth, and development opportunities
- Positive team and safety-conscious atmosphere
- Clear communications and expectations
- Competitive pay and benefits