Landscape Technician

We are a company in full support of agrivoltaics; dual purpose land use combining livestock grazing and solar photovoltaics. While we recognize that not all sites are yet suitable for grazing, we believe they can be. We support and guide our clients to ensure their sites have access to all the tools available to establish vegetation. Our company focuses on managed, rotational grazing, as a primary means of vegetation control. For purposes of weed abatement and improved vegetation, there are times when we combine several methods, including mechanical control, herbicide use on an as-needed basis, followed by significant, multiple, reseeding efforts. The goal is to ensure utility-scale solar installations have superior vegetation, allowing our animals to grow and thrive.
Landscape Technician & Herbicide Applicator
Seeking a responsible, reliable, seasonal employee to assist in our utility-scale solar vegetation management operations throughout Alberta. Immediate start date. This position calls for someone who thrives in outdoor commercial environments. This is a remote employment opportunity throughout Alberta, with the initial job starting in the MD of Taber.
New hires will need to take direction and adhere to all safety requirements. Temporary, full-time July-November/December.
Duties and responsibilities include:
Above all else, work safely.
Commercial management of vegetation via mechanical mowing; experience required.
Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment.
Equipment operation experience an asset: commercial mower(s). UTV with spraying equipment, truck and trailer. Skid steer with attachments.
Mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot minor equipment issues as needed and perform daily and weekly routine maintenance. Willing to train the right person.
Herbicide application. Pesticide applicator certificate an asset but not a requirement. Additional compensation while performing spraying may be provided, if applicant has appropriate training and valid certification.
Other duties as required.
Employment Requirements
Must have a valid drivers license and abstract suitable for our insurance.
Mandatory drug/alcohol screening upon hire and may be required randomly or by request.
Full-time, daytime, 40-50 hrs/week, shift work (negotiable).
Combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
Work outdoors in all conditions.
Attention to detail, hand-eye coordination, repetitive tasks.
Standard First Aid/CPR
What we offer:
Competitive pay; based on experience.
This role requires remote work environments. Accommodations provided and paid live-out allowance (LOA).
Flexible work schedule.
Safe, professional work environment.
Advancements and training.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement and is provided.
May offer permanent employment to the right candidate.
Send resumes to contact@solarsheep.ca