Job Description

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. Perhaps you are currently attending post-secondary or semi-retired and seeking summer work.

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, Outlook and Teams

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

External 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.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: From $23.38 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress On-site parking Wellness program
Work Location: In person