Forestry Summer Student

Stella-Jones; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term disability

Competitive compensation

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Stella-Jones is seeking one highly motivated Summer Student for its Woodlands division based out of Salmon Arm, British Columbia. Under supervision, you will gain exposure to road and block layout, timber cruising, and silviculture surveys on challenging BC terrain, building practical forestry skills while contributing to our projects.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, with emphasis on safety and professional development as you work alongside experienced forest professionals in

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time student with an interest in forestry.
• Team oriented with good communication skills.
• Physically fit for varied terrain and outdoor work.
• Valid driver’s license and GPS familiarity.
• First aid level 2 would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with road and block layout, timber cruising, and silviculture surveys. Under supervision, you’ll gain hands-on experience across diverse terrain in BC.

Skills

GPS familiarity

Valid driver’s license

Team communication

Physically fit

Job description

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact.

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

Stella-Jones is seeking one highly motivated Summer Students for its Woodlands division based out of Salmon Arm, British Columbia. Under the supervision and coaching of experienced Forest Processionals, the successful candidates will gain exposure and hands‑on experience to various aspects of road and block layout, timber cruising and silviculture surveys on some of most diverse terrain in B.C. Stella-Jones offers a competitive salary and benefit package.

Some qualities we are looking for include:

• Career minded, full time student with an interest in forestry;
• Team oriented with good communication skills;
• Must be physically fit for varied terrain and enjoy working outdoors;
• Valid drivers license;
• Familiarity with GPS technology;
• Any previous forestry experience would be a significant asset
• First aid level 2 would also be considered an asset

Pay Type: Salary, Temporary Contract

Pay Rate: $65,000/year

Start: May 3, 2027 – August 27, 2027

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.