Vegetation Management Technician (VMT)

Ace Vegetation Control Services Ltd Nisku, Alberta, Canada

About this position

ACE Vegetation Control Service Ltd.
Seasonal Hiring: Vegetation Management Technicians (VMT)
(aka Weed Sprayer / Herbicide Applicator)
Website: www.acevegetation.com

Looking for a summer job that pays well, builds real-world skills, and keeps you outdoors? Join ACE Vegetation as a Vegetation Management Technician (VMT) for the 2026 season.

Season: Early May to end of August (with possible extension into the fall)
Training/Start Location: Nisku, Alberta (training begins early May)

🚨 Mandatory Hiring Requirement (Insurance Condition)

YOU MUST HAVE A VALID CANADIAN CLASS 5 DRIVER’S LICENSE FOR A MINIMUM OF 2 YEARS.
This is a non-negotiable condition required by the insurance industry to be eligible for hire.

What You’ll Do

  • Work away from home across Western Canada for extended periods

  • Herbicide application and vegetation/weed management

  • Weed identification, documentation, and record keeping

  • Inventory and equipment management

  • Operate and maintain equipment

  • Professional customer interaction and public relations

Conditions of Employment (Required)

Applicants must be able to:

  • Be 18 years of age or older

  • Pass a Drug (Cannabis) and Alcohol test

  • Hold a valid Canadian Class 5 driver’s license (minimum 2 years)

  • Provide a driver’s abstract acceptable to our insurer

  • Have Standard First Aid Level C with AED

  • Have H2S Alive

  • Have CSO / CSTS 2020

Assets (Nice to Have)

  • UTV Safety Training

  • Herbicide Applicator License (BC, AB, SK, MB)

  • Wildlife/Bear Awareness

  • Class 1 or 3 driver’s license

  • Confined Space

Who We’re Looking For

You’re a great fit if you:

  • Communicate clearly (written and verbal)

  • Bring a positive attitude and strong safety mindset

  • Are healthy, energetic, and team-oriented

  • Can work outdoors for long hours, including overtime

  • Work well with others on a crew

Compensation (Hourly + Allowances)

Staff are paid hourly ($20–$25/hour depending on experience).
Estimated full-season earnings (based on prior seasons) include:

  • 1st Year VMT: $14,000–$18,000 + meal allowance

  • 2nd Year VMT: $16,000–$22,000 + meal allowance

  • 3rd Year VMT: $19,000–$24,000 + meal allowance

Accommodation and meal allowances are provided while working away from home base.