Technical Assistant - Entomology

Technical Assistant - Entomology

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• Department:
  Public Works – Parks and Open Space – Insect Control Branch
• Designated
  
  Work Location:
  
  Various work locations, Onsite
• Position Type:
  Multiple seasonal and temporary positions (hiring for the 2026 season)
• Hours of Work: 20 – 40 hours per week (various shifts, may include weekends or evenings)
• Salary: $21.09 – $26.38 per hour as per the Technical Assistant classification
• Employee Group: C.U.P.E.
• Posting No.: 126543
• Closing Date:
  March 27, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer‑paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City;
Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2

SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self‑declare. Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Under the supervision of an Entomology Technician 1 or Entomology Technician 2, the Technical Assistant – Entomology performs semi‑technical work in the field of entomological research and insect pest management including surveying, collecting, identifying, and preserving insect specimens. The Technical Assistant also responds to public inquiries concerning pest biology and control.

• Survey, collect, identify, and preserve insect specimens to monitor insect pest populations.
• Respond to public inquiries concerning pest biology and control.
• Record survey and treatment data using GIS mapping and database software to meet permit requirements.
• Assist in the evaluation of insecticides and equipment using analytical equipment and methods, both in the field and laboratory, to monitor insecticide efficacy.
• Monitor ground squirrel populations on athletic fields and control them using Insect Pest Management (IPM) techniques.

• Completion of a minimum one year in the sciences from a recognized university or technical college such as anatomy, physiology, cell biology, biochemistry, biophysics, micro/organisms, animal and plants.
• Experience using GIS software or similar software is preferred.
• Ability to navigate throughout the City of Winnipeg using maps (familiarity with City streets).
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to collect and maintain accurate field data and records.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with diverse groups including the public.
• Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions and regulations applicable to the positions area of work.
• Ability to stay organized and prioritize workload.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to use computers/tablets/smart phones.
• Knowledge of insect identification is preferred.
• IMPORTANT:
  Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service.

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• Possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Full Stage Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Successful candidates…