Forest Ecosystem Technician

Government of Saskatchewan

Prince Albert

On-site

CAD 41,768 - 52,348

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic, challenging work

Vacation and earned days off

Inclusive and diverse work environments

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A governmental body in Saskatchewan is seeking a Forest Ecosystem Technician to support the Ministry of Environment. This temporary position involves working with a team on forestry projects, implementing surveys, and ensuring data collection accuracy. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of forestry field practices and be committed to safety. Benefits include professional development opportunities and inclusive work environments. You will work around 37.33 hours per week, with potential for early career graduates to join.

Qualifications

Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Candidate should be eligible for membership within the Association of Saskatchewan Forestry Professionals within 2 years.

Responsibilities

Work with forest inventory staff responsible for provincial forest inventory and growth programs.
Implement and audit various field survey projects.
Collect field data.
Oversee logistics planning for the field programs.
Help supervise and train temporary field staff.

Skills

Knowledge of common field sampling procedures used in the science of forestry

Experience working in the field collecting a variety of data

Knowledge of principles related to ecosystem-based forest management

Committed to personal and organizational safety

Education

Completion of a forestry technician program

Forestry degree program or allied science degree program combined with relevant field experience

Formal education in the use of Geographic Information Systems

Job description

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Government of Saskatchewan provided pay range

This range is provided by Government of Saskatchewan. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$30.32/hr - CA$38.00/hr

The Ministry of Environment takes a team‑based approach to protecting Saskatchewan’s environment for the well‑being of the province, its people and its future. We use science‑based solutions and environmental laws to help safeguard communities, and to protect our air, land, water and habitat. We are committed to high citizen and client satisfaction through workplace excellence, continuous improvement and innovation. Our leaders demonstrate the Government of Saskatchewan’s commitment to excellence which includes ensuring workplace health and safety. To learn more about the Ministry of Environment, click here.

Are you a proactive, self‑directed, analytical individual with the ability to work successfully in a team environment? Do you have a desire to foster a positive health and safety culture and an interest in increasing your technical knowledge related to forestry? The Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment has an exciting opportunity in the Forest Service Branch located in Prince Albert for a Forest Ecosystem Technician.

Responsibilities

Work with a strong team of forest inventory staff located in Prince Albert who are responsible for the provincial forest inventory and growth and yield programs;
Implement and audit various field survey projects;
Collect field data;
Oversee logistics planning for the field programs;
Help supervise and train temporary field staff;
Maintain field equipment.

Competencies and Skills

Knowledge of common field sampling procedures used in the science of forestry;
Experience working in the field collecting a variety of data;
Knowledge of principles related to ecosystem‑based forest management;
Committed to personal and organizational safety.

Working Conditions

Field work year‑round and travel throughout Saskatchewan including remote locations and overnight stays away from home;
Operation of a 4‑wheel drive pick‑up truck and all‑terrain vehicles in off‑road conditions while in rain gear speckled in mud.

Typically, the competencies required for this position would be obtained through the completion of a forestry technician program, a forestry degree program or an allied science degree program combined with relevant field experience. Formal education in the use of Geographic Information Systems would be an asset.

The successful candidate must possess a valid driver’s license and within 2 years of commencement be eligible to obtain membership within the Association of Saskatchewan Forestry Professionals.

Consideration will be given to April 2026 graduates for a later start date.

The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to ensuring workplace health and safety. We value both the physical and mental health of our employees.

In our commitment to excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.

Benefits

Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals;
Vacation, earned days off (EDO) and other types of leave (maternity/paternity/adoption, family/personal leave, sick leave);
Inclusive and diverse work environments;
Professional development opportunities.

To learn more about Prince Albert, visit https://www.citypa.ca/en/index.aspx

The beautiful City of Prince Albert is situated on the North Saskatchewan River in Central Saskatchewan. The North central region of Saskatchewan offers a spectacular variety of recreational attractions and parks. Prince Albert area borders gently rolling farm land suitable for grain and cattle production with beautiful mixed‑wood forests that supply our variety of forestry industries while offering many recreational opportunities and species of wildlife.

We are committed to workplace diversity.

Hours of Work

37.33 hours/week, averaged over 4 weeks.

Criminal Record Check Requirement

Candidate shall be subject to a Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.

Number of Openings

Closing Date

Jan 6, 2026, 11:59 PM

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Temporary