GRADCORPS - Fuels Management Technician

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; Hybrid; CAD 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization is offering a one-year term position as a Fuels Management Technician for recent graduates in Yukon. This opportunity allows you to develop essential skills in wildfire mitigation and contract management while working in both office and outdoor settings. Candidates should possess a diploma in Natural Resource Management and the ability to work independently. The annual salary is $65,006 at 80% of the starting rate, and conditions of employment include a valid Yukon Class 5 Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting field work is an asset.
• Experience compiling data and/or presenting findings is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Work involves office and outdoor environments.
• Engage in wildfire mitigation and forest mensuration tasks.
• Prepare proposals, tender documents, and technical reports.

Skills

Ability to work independently with little supervision

Proficiency using Microsoft Office

Proficiency using ArcGIS Pro mapping software

Ability to prioritize tasks

Ability to build strong professional relationships

Ability to communicate technical data effectively

Education

Diploma in Natural Resource Management or related field

Job description

Job Summary And Requirements

Are you a post-secondary grad ready to put your education and skills to work for the people of Yukon? The GradCorps program has exciting internships for you – the next generation who will make a difference.

Please See Additional Program Eligibility Information Below.

The Yukon public service has a unique opportunity for recent graduates who have a post‑secondary diploma or degree but lack real‑world work experience. With GradCorps, you can kick‑start your career while putting your passion, ideas and energy to work with the Yukon public service.

The Department of Community Services has a GradCorps opportunity for a Fuels Management Technician. This position will help the incumbent develop diverse skills in wildfire mitigation, forest mensuration, writing proposals, tender documents, and technical reports, contract management, and GIS.

This position will work for a one‑year Term from approximately May 2026 to April 2027. The salary will be 80% of the starting salary – $65,006.

For more information on this program, please click here to visit the GradCorps information website, or email [e-mail].

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Visit our website on how to write your resume when applying on Yukon government jobs. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. A cover letter is not required.

• Diploma in Natural Resource Management or related field
• Experience conducting field work is an asset
• Experience compiling data and/or presenting findings is an asset

Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Proficiency using software such as Microsoft Office and ArcGIS Pro mapping software
• Ability to prioritize tasks in an unpredictable and fast‑paced environment
• Ability to build strong professional relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work as a member of a team during high‑stress situations
• Ability to communicate technical data and information effectively through oral and written communication

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment: Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver’s License (or equivalent); Valid Standard First Aid with CPR “C” certification (wilderness first aid with CPR “C” also acceptable).

Job Requirements

This position involves working in an office and outdoor environments. Work taking place in outdoor environments may include working in adverse and unpredictable weather conditions, working in isolated locations, encounters with wildlife, and may involve travel by truck, UTV, ATV, rotary or fixed wing aircraft. Operating off‑road equipment (4‑wheeler, boats, etc.) may be required. Wearing the appropriate PPE is required.

NOTE: To qualify for the GradCorps program, you must:

• be a resident of Yukon or a person of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• have graduated with a diploma or degree from a recognized post‑secondary institution within the past two years (2024, 2025 or 2026 grads – all requirements for graduation must be complete before internship start date)
• have little or no work experience in your field of study
• If you are a resident of Yukon who completed your studies outside of the territory, you may apply up to two years after graduation.