Job Summary:
Urban Life Solutions is currently seeking a Certified Industrial 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:
Operate and maintain applicator equipment.

Always demonstrating safety leadership and safe work practices

Responsible for the mixing and preparation of pesticides

Demonstrating proper pesticide application skills

Providing exceptional customer service & client experiences

Understanding and following directives on all pesticide and fertilizer work orders

Record keeping and report writing

Utilizing appropriate PPE to carry out job duties

Additional tasks as required

Education, Experience, Required Skills:
Required

Minimum High School Diploma

Valid Industrial 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

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

Join our Team. Let’s get growing together

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

• This description is meant to outline the general nature and scope of the work associated with this position. It should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and required skills. Employees may be asked to take on additional tasks outside of their typical responsibilities as needed.
• Must have reliable transportation
• The base salary offered will be based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, while also considering internal equity.