Forest Technician-Utilities Department

FPBC; Williams Lake, Vernon; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Professional development and mentoring

Flexible holiday policies

Job summary

Consus Management Ltd. is seeking a Forest Technician for field-based work across BC, supporting powerline inspections, vegetation management, and road access planning. The role requires travel and overnight stays in remote locations, with training provided for powerline inspections.

The position welcomes TFTs, RFTs, or candidates with equivalent forestry experience, with a focus on practical fieldwork and contractor oversight. A forestry diploma and BC driver’s licence are assets.

Qualifications

• TFT or RFT designation, or equivalent relevant forestry field experience.
• Experience in vegetation management, forest assessments, road layout or assessments, or related forestry fieldwork.
• A forestry diploma or related natural resource education is an asset.
• Experience using GPS and digital field data collection tools, with strong attention to detail and accurate records.
• Familiarity with ESRI mapping tools and Microsoft Office is an asset.
• Clear communication skills and experience working with contractors and stakeholders.
• Able to work independently within assigned responsibilities and seek direction when needed.
• A valid BC driver’s licence.
• Able to safely undertake fieldwork in remote locations and varied terrain.
• Experience operating 4×4 trucks, quads, and snowmobiles are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct powerline-related inspections as part of utility projects and document observations.
• Assess vegetation along utility corridors and around infrastructure, recording site conditions and needs.
• Prepare and support vegetation management prescriptions with professional direction.
• Supervise vegetation management contractors and complete QA checks against prescriptions and specs.
• Carry out road assessments and collect field data on drainage, road condition, and access.
• Document recommended road maintenance and access prescriptions for review.
• Communicate with landowners and Indigenous communities, and document concerns and actions.
• Coordinate fieldwork with multiple contractors and maintain safety procedures.

Skills

TFT/RFT designation

Vegetation management

Field inspections

GPS data collection

Education

Forestry diploma

Tools

ESRI mapping

Microsoft Office

GPS devices

Job description

Consus Management Ltd. is a multidisciplinary consulting company with offices in Williams Lake and Vernon, British Columbia. We provide project management, civil project support, natural resource and environmental services across forestry, utilities, mining, transportation, and other resource and infrastructure sectors. Our team brings together planning, field development, GIS, environmental services, and tenure management to support projects from planning through approvals and implementation.

At Consus Management, we are committed to Truth and Reconciliation through respectful relationships with local Indigenous communities and practical initiatives that build understanding and support meaningful collaboration.

We pride ourselves on our progressive, innovative approach to environmental management, blending industry expertise with modern practices and technologies to support sustainable development for future generations.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Forest Technician to join our Utilities Department. We welcome Trainee Forest Technologists (TFTs), Registered Forest Technologists (RFTs), and candidates with equivalent practical forestry experience. This is a field-based forestry technician role supporting powerline inspections, vegetation management, and road access plans for utility projects in BC. Powerline related inspections are a major part of the role, and training will be provided. You will carry out assessments, support prescriptions, supervise contractor activities, and complete associated quality assurance checks. The role involves independent fieldwork in remote locations with varied terrain, and office work to prepare records and reports. Work takes place across British Columbia and requires regular travel and overnight stays in hotels. Flexibility with work locations and schedules is required to meet project needs. The focus is practical forestry fieldwork and operational oversight rather than engineering design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct powerline-related inspections in accordance with client procedures and training requirements. Document observations, photographs, and field data, and report any deficiencies or concerns to the project team. Training will be provided.
• Assess vegetation along utility corridors and around infrastructure, recording site conditions, treatment needs, and operational constraints.
• Prepare and support vegetation management prescriptions within your training and scope, with professional direction and review where required.
• Supervise vegetation management contractors and complete quality assurance checks against prescriptions, specifications, and project requirements.
• Carry out road assessments and collect field data on drainage, road condition, access, terrain, and maintenance requirements.
• Prepare and support road maintenance and access prescriptions, documenting recommended work for project team review.
• Communicate with landowners, Indigenous communities, clients, and other stakeholders as directed; document concerns and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate activities on worksites involving multiple contractors, follow site safety procedures, and communicate changing conditions or concerns.
• Maintain accurate field notes, GPS data, photographs, maps, inspection records, and reports; track deficiencies and confirm corrective work

What We’re Looking For:

• TFT or RFT designation, or equivalent relevant forestry field experience. Candidates working toward registration will also be considered.
• Practical experience in vegetation management, forest assessments, road layout or assessments, or related forestry fieldwork.
• A forestry diploma or related natural resource education is an asset.
• Experience using GPS and digital field data collection tools, with strong attention to detail and accurate records.
• Familiarity with ESRI mapping tools and Microsoft Office is an asset
• Clear communication skills and experience working with contractors and stakeholders. Experience working safely on sites involving multiple contractors
• Able to work independently within assigned responsibilities and seek direction when needed.
• A valid BC driver’s licence.
• Able to safely undertake fieldwork in remote locations and varied terrain.
• Experience operating 4×4 trucks, quads, and snowmobiles are an asset.

What We Offer:

• Annual salary: $75,000–$95,000, commensurate with relevant experience, education, and professional designation.
• Flexible holiday policies and work-life balance.
• Extended medical and dental benefits.
• Company-matched RRSP contribution program
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship.
• A supportive, inclusive team environment.

This role offers forestry workers an opportunity to diversify their experience and broaden their knowledge across sectors, applying practical forestry skills to utilities and infrastructure projects.