| Date Posted: | Dec 01, 2025 | |
| Closing Date: | Apr 24, 2026 |
| Location: | Canada | |
| Status: | Summer / Seasonal | |
| Number of Positions: | 60 |
Description
Vegetation Management Technicians (VMT) (aka. Weed Sprayer, Herbicide Applicator)
This is a seasonal position from early May to the end of August with the possibility of extension into the fall.
Please note the required qualifications in this post
YOU MUST HAVE A VALID CANADIAN DRIVER’S LICENSE FOR A MINIMUM OF TWO YEARS FOR ACE TO HIRE YOU.THIS IS A CONDITION OF THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY.
web site: www.acevegetation.com
Looking for a great summer job that pays well, gives you lots of diverse work experience and is super fun? Come be a VMT with ACE Vegetation!
We anticipate the job (your training) to start in early May in Nisku, AB.
Qualifications
Conditions of employment:
• Be 18 years of age or older
• Be able to pass a Drug (Cannabis) and Alcohol test
• Have valid class 5 driver’s license for at least 2 years within Canada
• Provide a driver’s abstract suitable to our insurance
• Standard First Aid Level C certification with AED
• H2S Alive
• CSO/CSTS 2020
These certifications are an added bonus:
• UTV Safety Training
• Herbicide Applicator License (BC, AB, SK, MB)
• Wildlife/Bear Awareness
• Class 1 or 3 driver’s license
• Confined space
We want people who:
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Have a great attitude and are safety focused
• Are in good health, bondable and energetic
• Are willing to work with others outdoors for long hours with overtime
Expected compensation for full-season participation is as follows (this estimate is based on previous seasons; staff are paid hourly). The wages are $20-25 per hour depending on experience.
First year VMT $14,000-$18,000 plus meal allowance paid over the course of the season
Second year VMT $16,000-$22,000 plus meal allowance paid over the course of the season
Third year VMT $19,000-$24,000 plus meal allowance paid over the course of the season
Accommodation and meal allowances are provided while working away from home base.
Responsibilities
This position involves:
• Working away from home, in the field across western Canada, for extended periods
• Herbicide application and weed management
• Weed identification and record keeping
• Inventory and equipment management
• Equipment operation and maintenance
• Quality customer contact and public relations
Pay Rate
$20-$25
Hours Per Week
60
How To Apply
Email resume and cover letter to Patrick Sherback: psherback@acevegetation.com. We look forward to seeing your application, a great season is waiting for you with ACE!