Weed Inspector

Brazeau County is looking for temporary Weed Inspectors to join our team for the summer months. A Weed Inspector is responsible for the weed inspections on public and private lands within Brazeau County, in accordance with the Alberta Weed Control Act and municipal policies.

This position offers four months of employment from May to August, with a great work life balance of evenings and weekends off, including statutory holidays. Our summer staff work forty hours per week, receive job and safety training, and are provided personal protective equipment.

If you enjoy being outside, are responsible to work with minimal supervision, interested to learn about vegetation management, comfortable approaching landowners, and have a high attention detail, this may be a great fit for you. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and record Prohibited Noxious and Noxious weeds on public and private lands within Brazeau County or as appointed


• Keep detailed reports of inspections


• Issue notices as required following the Alberta Weed Control Act and Regulations


• Perform herbicide applications, in accordance with Brazeau County’s Vegetation Management Program


• To undertake any other reasonable duty, commensurate with the classification and responsibility of the position, across the department in order to meet service priorities and business continuity requirements.


• May be required in the event of a municipal emergency to support the emergency operations centre and incident action/recovery plan.

COMPETENCY AREAS:

Education/Training:

• Currently pursuing post-secondary education is considered an asset.


• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Licenses/Certifications/Designation:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License


• Clean Driver’s Abstract

Experiences/Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be 18 years of age or older


• Ability to perform physical labour


• Must be able to work independently


• Familiarity agriculture and the Alberta Weed Control Act is an asset


• Knowledge to effectively and efficiently use Office 365 including Word, Excel, and Outlook


• Possess strong written communication skills with accuracy and attention to detail


• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with many different individuals in a professional manner


• Successful candidate must be able to work for the entire period of the position.

Compensation and Classification: 

• Temporary (Maximum Five Months Duration)


• Work Period from May to August


• Forty Hours Per Week; Monday to Friday


• Union Grid 1 $23.38 to $27.30 per hour


• Non-supervisory

How to Apply:

Closing Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026

• Applications are to be submitted online at: https://www.brazeau.ab.ca/county-office/careers
  

Thank you in advance to all applicants, only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.