Located in the south-central region of B.C., the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) covers an area over 10,400 km2 and is renowned for its orchards, vineyards and golf courses, as well as its widely varied landscape including deserts, mountains and valleys.

This temporary, full-time Pest Control Assistant/Labourer position will assist the Public Works – Projects Coordinator to achieve an efficient operation by reliably performing a variety of tasks dealing with the monitoring and treatment of mosquito breeding sites, the keeping of records, and liaising with the general public as directed. The position is based on an eight hour shift working throughout the Regional District.

Qualifications:

Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
A certificate, diploma or degree in a related discipline may be considered an asset.
Ability to obtain a Mosquito and Biting Fly Pesticide Applicator’s License within 2 weeks of appointment to the position.
Experience in a related position such as agriculture, horticulture, and/or landscaping is preferred.
Knowledge and experience with a variety of equipment and power tools.
Experience operating small motorized equipment.
Ability to read blueprints and plans and prepare sketches.
Ability to conduct field work and produce simple reports such as recording inventory of corporate assets (GPS use).
Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
Ability to work independently and efficiently with limited supervision.
Ability to be courteous and diplomatic in dealing with the public and co-workers.
Good physical condition with sufficient strength and stamina to perform heavy manual work in the presence of all types of weather conditions.
Valid BC Driver’s License.

This temporary, full-time position is included in the BCGEU bargaining unit. The hourly wage for the position is $24.43, Paygrade 2, plus 14.5% in lieu of all fringe benefits including vacation, pension, and statutory holidays.

Qualified individuals are invited to submit their applications quoting Competition No. 15-04E by 4:30 pm, Tuesday, March 31, 2015, to: