Position Summary

Reporting to the Agricultural Services Coordinator, the Agricultural Labourer is a seasonal field position primarily responsible for assisting in the application of pesticides on private and public lands in accordance with legislation and County policies.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of vehicles, equipment and tools;

• Assist in the application of herbicides and performs other physical and mechanical methods of weed and pest control such as weed whacking and hand picking, as indicated by conditions;

• Maintain accurate records of weed and pest control applications both written and electronic, using a computer mapping system;

• Completion of work site and vehicle safety hazard inspections;

• Assist in providing the annual Vegetation Management Program , the Fence Line Program, the Custom Herbicide Application Program, the Pesticide Container Collection Program and the Agricultural Plastics Recycling Program;

• Assist with surveys and inspections under the Weed Control Act and the Agricultural Pests Act as assigned;

• Safe operation of County vehicles and equipment: pick up trucks, UTVs and trailers;

• Keeps informed on weed and pest identification and control methods; and

• Complete all other duties as assigned.

Qualification, Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (or equivalent) with fewer than 6 demerits;

• Completion of Defensive Driving;

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent;

• Must be 18 years of age or older;

• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR;

• Good verbal and written communication skills, and documentation skills;

• Physical aptitude and ability to safely lift to a maximum of 50lbs;

• Previous experience with herbicide application considered an asset; and

• Mechanical aptitude with previous experience operating light equipment, UTVs and pulling trailers considered an asset.

Working Environment

• 90% of work duties conducted outdoors in all weather conditions;

• 10% of work duties are administrative such as completing and filing paper work;

• Potential interaction with domestic and/or wild animals;

• Physical exertion and extensive walking required;

• Frequent use and possible exposure to herbicides;

• Frequent and/or daily driving required; and

• Public contact may be confrontational.

The wage is $23.96 to $26.08 per hour + 4% holiday pay. This is a seasonal, fulltime position. Position dates are approximately May 4, 2026 to August 28, 2026. This position is based out of Wildwood with travel throughout Yellowhead County as required via company vehicle. Travel to the office requires personal transportation.

**IMPORTANT NOTE:**Applicants must include a cover letter, resume, 2 written references and driver's abstract to be considered for an interview. Defensive Driving completion is required (5 year validity).
Successful applicants will be required to provide a Police Information Check with satisfactory results.

This competition has been extended and closes April 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM.

Thank you for your interest in Yellowhead County careers.

At this time, we will only be contacting applicants who have been selected to move forward in the recruitment process. If you are selected, you will be contacted by Human Resources.

The personal information collected as a result of this advertisement is under the authority of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) s.4(c) and will be utilized for these employment opportunities only. Questions about the collection or use of this information can be directed to Human Resources at 780-723-4800.

Company

Yellowhead County

Location

Wildwood, AB