pest control technician
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Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. Work setting: Management. Chemical application certificate or licence. Tasks: Determine type of treatment required. Prepare and spray chemical mixture on infested areas. Perform minor repairs to equipment. Perform administrative tasks. Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Cut weeds and undergrowth. Analyze and provide advice on the managerial methods and organization of an establishment. Administer first aid in emergency situations. Spray herbicides from the ground using manual spraying equipment. Identify customers' needs . Identify and document potential environmental and safety problems . Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Provincial Pesticide Applicator Licence. Equipment and machinery experience: Electrical sprayers. Mechanical sprayer. Weed trimmer/edger. Safety equipment. Specialization or experience: Specialized environmental skills and knowledge. Area of specialization: Pesticides. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Vehicle supplied by employer. Willing to travel. Drive manual transmission vehicle. Travel expenses paid by employer. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Day. Weekend. Overtime required. Workplace information: On the road job. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Support for newcomers and refugees: Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees . Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth. Support for Indigenous people: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers . Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations .