forest survey technician

Government of Canada; Dolbeau-Mistassini; Remote; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Quebec seeks individuals for forestry roles that include conducting surveys and supervising inventory. Candidates should have specialized environmental knowledge, a valid driver's license, and be willing to travel frequently. This role contributes to environmental preservation efforts and offers benefits like bonus, mileage paid, and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus

Gasoline paid

Mileage paid

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site housing options

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Variable or compressed work week

Qualifications

• Experience in forestry or equivalent experience is an asset.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work in various locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forest inventory cruises and surveys.
• Supervise forest inventory and measurement tasks.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Excellent oral communication

Efficient interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

College/CEGEP or equivalent experience

Forestry, general

Job description

Languages

French

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience
• Forestry, general

Experience

Experience an asset

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work setting

• Private sector
• Remote location
• Various locations
• Willing to relocate
• Staff accommodation provided

Responsibilities Tasks

• Conduct forest inventory cruises, surveys and field measurement
• Supervise forest inventory cruises, surveys and field measurement
• Work with minimal supervision

Experience and specialization

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Forest engineering and harvesting
• Silviculture
• Reforestation and tree improvement
• Forest measurement and inventory assessment

Additional information

• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel regularly

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Initiative
• OrganizedTeam player

Benefits Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Gasoline paid
• Mileage paid
• Stocks/shares

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site housing options
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Variable or compressed work week