Job Type: Full-Time / Summer
Are you looking for a job in your field of study? Do you love being outside and stay active? Look no further, GDG Canada has the perfect job for you!
GDG Canada Inc. is a sustainable applied science group dedicated to managing the risk from West Nile virus and other vector borne diseases.
We are looking for field agents to apply biopesticides to roadside catch basins throughout the Halton region. These services are delivered under contract to Halton Region Health Department to prevent the development of West Nile virus vector species.
** The field agents will work from our office based in Mississauga. **
Functions
You and your team will be responsible for treating roadside catch basins with a van to prevent mosquito development, using targeted larvicides.
As a field agent, you will be paired up in an assigned vehicle to:
- Work with your team and coordinator to ensure the completeness and effectiveness of the treatment.
- Use ArcGIS data collection software to track your work, observations and treatments on the field.
- Provide the appropriate geo-reference localization at each catch basin location.
- Participate in mosquito surveillance and public park treatments in late spring.
Requirements
- Driver’s license (at least G2).
- Interest in working outdoors.
- Discipline at work.
- Autonomy and resourcefulness.
- Capable of working extended hours if required.
Work conditions
- Around 36-38 hours per week, 4 days a week, starting Late May.
- Training to achieve a Pesticide Applicators License.
- Salary of 20$/hour.
- Possible overtime.
- Company vehicle to perform your tasks.
- Opportunity for performance bonuses
- Opportunity for growth within the company
You want to join the team? Send your resume at [email protected]
We are committed to hire youths facing barriers to employment, such as Indigenous youth, Racialized youth, Black youth, Youth with disabilities, Youth in an official language minority community and 2SLGBTQI+ youth.
Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
