Forest Technician

Forsite Consultants Ltd; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de gestion forestière reconnue, Forsite Consultants Ltd, recherche des Techniciens Forestiers qualifiés pour soutenir ses projets à Kamloops, Salmon Arm et 100 Mile House. Les candidats doivent être passionnés par la foresterie, posséder une formation pertinente et faire preuve d'une compréhension solide des pratiques forestières. Le poste nécessite de travailler en extérieur et de fournir une expertise technique dans divers aspects du développement forestier.

Benefits

Paquet de bénéfices compétitifs

Développement professionnel soutenu

Programme de pension matché par l'entreprise

Qualifications

• Poste de technicien forestier avec expérience en développement forestier.
• Capacité à travailler en extérieur par tous les temps.
• Permis de conduire valide requis.

Responsibilities

• Fournir une expertise technique pour les équipes de projet en développement forestier.
• Effectuer des évaluations écologiques et de riparian.
• Travailer sur le terrain avec GPS.

Skills

Sécurité

Compréhension de la foresterie

Travail en équipe

Autonomie

Education

Diplôme ou degré dans un domaine pertinent

3 ans d'expérience sur le terrain

Job description

Location : Kamloops, 100-Mile House and Salmon Arm, BC

Compensation : $22 / hr - $26 / hr

Come Grow with Us! Forsite is hiring for Forest Technicians with experience and demonstrated aptitude in providing technical expertise to all Projects teams in all aspect of timber development. The position would be based out of our Southern Interior locations in Salmon Arm, Kamloops and 100 Mile House, BC.

WHO WE ARE

With 11 locations throughout Canada, Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry technology, strategic planning, resource and land management and professional forestry. Forsite has been SAFE certified since 2007 and is committed to growth, innovation and maintaining a safe and respectful working environment.

At Forsite we will excel by being a flexible, adaptable, people-oriented business that grows and profits by creating value for our customers and opportunities for our employees. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Forest Technicians are responsible for providing technical expertise to project teams in all aspects of multiphase timber development including timber reconnaissance, field engineering, riparian and ecological assessments, and GPS traversing. Experience in timber cruising is a strong asset. This is a field-based position that has the potential for out of town and camp work.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPENTENCIES

• A safety conscious attitude;
• Post-secondary education with a diploma or degree in a relevant discipline, or 3 years of related field experience;
• Broad understanding of general forestry practices; and
• Valid drivers license and safe driving record.
• Enthusiastic and passionate about forestry and working outdoors in all weather conditions;
• Able to work both independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Forsite provides competitive wages, a solid benefits package, supported professional development and a company matched pension program.

Forsite welcomes applications from everyone and is looking for the most suitable individual with the skills and knowledge to effectively complete the duties required of the position.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please go to Forsite career page : -postings /

Deadline to apply : Open until filled

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.