SPRINGFIELD-TACHE WEED DISTRICT

28007 Mun 52N, Dufresne, MB, R5K 0N7

JOB DESCRIPTION – SUPERVISOR

The Weed Control District is responsible for the enforcement of the Noxious Weed Act and other weed control activities for the RMs of Springfield and Tache. This is a Full-Time position beginning April, 2022.

The person in this position will work mostly unsupervised, must have excellent time management and organizational skills and is required to have a high level of initiative. The candidate will be working under the guidance of the Springfield-Tache Weed Control District Board, a board comprised of councilors from each Rural Municipality, and community members.

Successful applicant must be customer orientated with willingness to contact citizens to discuss, resolve and take the initiative to address all concerns.

Responsibilities & Duties include but not limited to:

· To enforce the Noxious Weed Act.

· To maintain weed control on property of the Municipality, including roadsides, and in towns.

· To administer the Municipal Pest Control Program.

· To hold the pesticide use permit required under the Environment Act for all municipal pesticide programs and ensure applications are made in accordance to the permit.

· The daily operation of various spraying equipment

· Required to keep accurate records

· Schedule maintenance of equipment and do minor repair

· Follow all safety rules and regulation pertinent to the position

· Deal with the public concern and enquiries

· Initiate discussion of current events within program parameters

· Develop and maintain successful working relationships with all internal and external customers

Qualifications

· The Weed Control Supervisor must be eligible for and capable of obtaining Provincial applicators license (Rural Municipal) and permits pertaining to the use of pesticides and herbicides under the Manitoba Pesticide and Fertilizers Control Act (license), the Manitoba Environment Act (pesticide use permit) and Canada Pest Control Products Act (product label uses).

· A background in or familiarity with Agriculture

· Familiarity with noxious weeds, their identification, biology and control as well as the implications of soil and other conditions in the area is considered an asset.

· Familiarity with Workplace Health and Safety Regulations applied to storage, application and maintenance of chemicals and spray equipment.

· Computer skills (including MS Office) is considered an asset

· Completion of Grade 12 or Equivalent

· Possess a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s License

· A degree or diploma in Agriculture is considered an asset

· Must have strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

· Good problem solving skills and an ability to work independently

· Ability to work successfully with municipal employees

· Knowledge of WHMIS

The Weed Control District offers competitive salary and enrollment in the Municipal Employees Benefit Plan. Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience.