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Weed Inspector Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

ACTION COMPANY LLC

Seasonal Landscaper

Marshall, MN · On-site

$16 - $30/hr

Weed, prune and trim trees and plants. * Apply fertilizers, cut grass, and water lawns and gardens ... Conduct daily safety inspections of tools and equipment. * Follow direction from the foreman.

Action Company LLC

Seasonal Landscaper

Marshall, MN · On-site

$16 - $30/hr

Weed, prune and trim trees and plants. * Apply fertilizers, cut grass, and water lawns and gardens ... Conduct daily safety inspections of tools and equipment. * Follow direction from the foreman.

Action Company LLC

Seasonal Landscaper

Marshall, MN · On-site

$16 - $30/hr

Weed, prune and trim trees and plants. * Apply fertilizers, cut grass, and water lawns and gardens ... Conduct daily safety inspections of tools and equipment. * Follow direction from the foreman.

Hahl Companies, LLC

Class A Driver

Keewatin, MN · On-site

$26 - $27/hr

... post trip inspections and provides required reports Provide outstanding customer service during ... mowing, weed whipping, street sweeping, plowing and dust control. Perform building and other ...

Action Company LLC

Seasonal Landscaper

Marshall, MN · On-site

$16 - $30/hr

Weed, prune and trim trees and plants. * Apply fertilizers, cut grass, and water lawns and gardens ... Conduct daily safety inspections of tools and equipment. * Follow direction from the foreman.

General Waste

Class A Driver

Keewatin, MN · On-site

$26 - $27/hr

... trip inspections and provides required reports · Provide outstanding customer service during ... mowing, weed whipping, street sweeping, plowing and dust control. · Perform building and other ...

Fleet Farm

Store Facilities Team Member

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$36K - $44K/yr

Perform basic inspections and repair on equipment and units, such as forklifts, floor scrubber ... grass and weed control, cart corrals, etc. * Clean and polish floors, windows, mirrors, vending ...

Fleet Farm

Store Facilities Team Member

Blaine, MN · On-site

$36K - $45K/yr

Perform basic inspections and repair on equipment and units, such as forklifts, floor scrubber ... grass and weed control, cart corrals, etc. * Clean and polish floors, windows, mirrors, vending ...

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How much do weed inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for weed inspector in Minnesota is $53,808.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,700.00 and $62,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weed inspector?

Weed inspectors are professionals responsible for identifying, monitoring, and managing the spread of noxious and invasive weeds in agricultural, municipal, or natural areas. Their work includes conducting field inspections, educating landowners about weed control regulations, and ensuring compliance with local or state weed management laws. Weed inspectors play a vital role in protecting native plant species, agricultural productivity, and natural ecosystems from the harmful effects of invasive weeds.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weed inspector?

To thrive as a Weed Inspector, you need a solid understanding of plant biology, local weed regulations, and environmental management, often supported by relevant agricultural or environmental science education. Familiarity with field survey tools, GIS mapping software, and knowledge of herbicide application techniques are typically essential. Strong observational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help inspectors collaborate with landowners and regulatory agencies. These competencies are crucial for accurately identifying invasive species and ensuring compliance to protect local ecosystems and agriculture.

What are some common challenges weed inspectors face in the field and how are they typically addressed?

Weed Inspectors often encounter challenges such as difficult terrain, identifying invasive species at various growth stages, and gaining landowner cooperation. To address these, inspectors receive training on plant identification and safe fieldwork practices, utilize mapping and GPS tools to track infestations, and maintain clear communication with property owners to explain regulations and the benefits of weed management. Strong observation skills and adaptability are essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Weed Inspector vs Pest Control Technician?

AspectWeed InspectorPest Control Technician
CredentialsMay require pesticide applicator license, knowledge of plant speciesRequires pesticide applicator license, knowledge of pests and chemicals
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, parks, agricultural fields, public spacesIndoor and outdoor, residential, commercial, industrial sites
Industry UsageMunicipalities, agricultural agencies, environmental organizationsPrivate companies, pest control services, property management

Both roles involve pesticide application and environmental knowledge, but Weed Inspectors focus on identifying and managing invasive plants outdoors, while Pest Control Technicians target pests in various settings. The roles often overlap in licensing and work environments, but their primary focus differs: plants versus pests.

Weed Inspector jobs near you
Infographic showing various Weed Inspector job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,808 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Operations Internship - Watercraft Inspections

Long Lake, MN • On-site

Waterfront Restoration LLC
Construction • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Waterfront Restoration LLCexternal

$15 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Since 2003 Waterfront Restoration LLC has been the preferred full-service provider of ecologically conscious, non-chemical control of AIS and nuisance plants on nearly every metro lake. We have earned the title as "The most referred lake weed removal company" by hundreds of residential homeowners, Park and Recreation Boards, Lake Associations, Watershed Districts, Municipality Boards, and HOAs throughout Minnesota, by utilizing the most thorough and specialized SCUBA by-the-root deep cleaning process in the lake weed removal industry. This service provides instant results that extract 95% of the entire root structure, stalks, and biomass of invasive and nuisance weeds. Our service lines include watercraft inspections, SCUBA by the root removal, rapid response control, floating weed cleanup, dangerous debris cleanup, zebra mussel extraction, and non-chemical product sales. We are proud to provide exceptional quality and service that solves the problems many lake residents face and a service that creates beautiful lakeshores that families love
Job Description
THIS IS A PAID INTERNSHIP!
It is our mission to prepare our interns for future career successes by giving them practical, real-world experience that is valued across ALL industries. We aim to give our Interns a well-rounded, fully immersive experience and provide them with highly marketable, valuable, and transferable skills for them to apply in their continued education and future careers.
Past Interns that have worked at Waterfront Restoration have progressed to career paths in the following positions and companies: District Sales Supervisor - The Hershey Company, Project Manager - Marvin Windows, Optimized Operations Engineering Intern - 3M, Business Intelligence Intern - Cargill, Business and Sales Management Associate - General Mills, Business Analyst - Target Corporation, and many more!
What you will do as a Watercraft Inspections Operations Intern:
  • Recruit, interview, hire, and coordinate training for watercraft inspector employees
  • Manage daily operations of watercraft inspection programs with assistance to Operations Manager
  • Schedule all inspector staff and track labor hours throughout the summer season
  • Administer inspector training to achieve accuracy, professional, and thorough inspections
  • Develop improved systems and best practices of the watercraft inspection program

What you will learn:
  • How to identify and solve problems following industry leading proven processes.
  • Project and team leadership aimed at achieving ambitious company goals. The Focus will be on efficiency, data accuracy, environmental protection and business management.
  • How to collect, analyze, and make decisions based on data.
  • How to work cross-functionally throughout the company management structure.
  • How to overcome the challenges of a small business. Resources are in high demand, and you will have to be creative in solving challenges.
  • MnDNR trained and authorized level 1 and level 2 watercraft inspector

What we look for in a candidate:
  • Background in environmental studies, operations, business, leadership, communications, human resources or related discipline.
  • Strong organization, problem solving, and communication skills.
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a proven ability to meet and exceed assigned goals. As a company we strive for challenging goals and our Interns need to be working towards growing professionally and contributing to the business growth daily.
  • Comfortable managing multiple projects concurrently while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Ability to work outdoors! Our jobs are on, in, and around lakes in MN. No better scenery than that!

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