Pesticide applicator

Agricultural Pesticide Applicator – Part-Time / Seasonal Norfolk Drone Services – Norfolk County, Ontario About Norfolk Drone Services Norfolk Drone Services provides agricultural drone spraying, spreading and precision application services throughout Norfolk County and Southern Ontario. We use advanced agricultural drone technology to provide efficient and precise application services for growers, landowners and agricultural businesses. We are looking for a reliable Pesticide Applicator / Mixer-Loader to support our growing drone application operations. Position Overview This is a part-time, seasonal position working alongside our drone pilot during agricultural spray applications. The primary responsibility is safely preparing, mixing and loading pesticide products while helping keep field operations running efficiently and in compliance with Ontario regulations and product labels. This is a great opportunity for someone with an agricultural background who is interested in working with new technology and becoming involved in the growing agricultural drone industry. Responsibilities - Safely mix, handle and prepare pesticide products according to product labels and Ontario regulations - Load prepared spray mixtures into agricultural drones - Assist with water, chemical and equipment preparation at job sites - Maintain accurate pesticide application and product records - Assist with equipment setup, cleaning and general field operations - Work closely with the drone pilot to maintain an efficient spray and refill rotation - Follow all required PPE, environmental and workplace safety procedures - Occasionally assist with drone demonstrations, customer events, farm shows and industry events - Represent Norfolk Drone Services professionally when working with customers and growers Qualifications - Valid Ontario pesticide applicator/exterminator licence or relevant certification preferred - Agricultural pesticide certification/licensing is strongly preferred - Landscape or Industrial Vegetation qualifications are considered an asset - Agricultural, farming or pesticide-handling experience is an asset - Comfortable safely handling and mixing agricultural products - Reliable and able to work independently - Comfortable working outdoors and around farms and agricultural equipment - Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation - Willingness to work flexible hours based on weather and application schedules - Interest in agricultural drones and precision agriculture is an asset; previous drone experience is not required Schedule This is a seasonal, on-call position. Hours will vary depending on customer demand, crop conditions and weather. Early mornings, late nights and weekends may be required during the spray season. Additional Opportunities There may be opportunities to become more involved with Norfolk Drone Services as the business grows, including agricultural drone demonstrations, equipment sales, customer support and other field operations. Commission opportunities may also be available for bringing new customers and spraying projects to Norfolk Drone Services.

The role involves safely preparing, mixing, and loading pesticide products into agricultural drones while maintaining accurate application records. The applicator also assists with equipment setup, cleaning, and general field operations to support the drone pilot.

Candidates should ideally possess a valid Ontario pesticide applicator/exterminator license and have experience in agricultural pesticide handling. A valid driver's license and the ability to work flexible, seasonal hours outdoors are required.

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• Pesticide Mixing
• Pesticide Application
• Chemical Handling
• Agricultural Drone Operations
• Regulatory Compliance
• Record Keeping
• Equipment Maintenance
• PPE Compliance
• Field Operations
• Precision Agriculture

• Agriculture
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Manufacturing
• Logistics

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 21, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available