JUNIOR FOREST TECHNICIAN

Landmark Solutions; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health spending plan

RRSP matching

Annual gear allowance

Career growth and development

Flexible time off

Job summary

Landmark Solutions Ltd. (Landmark) is seeking a Junior Forest Technician to join our Natural Resources Department in Salmon Arm.

You will work with safety as a top priority and gain hands-on experience in field tasks ranging from GPS traversing to timber assessments. The position is ideal for a student or graduate of a post-secondary forestry or natural resources program, offering wage rates from $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, health spending plan, RRSP matching, gear allowance, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Student or graduate of a post-secondary forestry or natural resources program.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• GPS traversing.
• Timber Cruising Assistant tasks.
• Riparian assessments.
• Assisting with Timber Reconnaissance.
• Assisting with Timber Development Projects.
• Completion of safety reports through Site Docs.
• Strong awareness of workplace health and safety.

Skills

Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Outdoor work

Education

Post-secondary forestry or natural resources program

Job description

JUNIOR FOREST TECHNICIAN

Landmark Solutions Ltd. (Landmark) is currently looking to add Junior Forest Technicians to our team, with opportunities for the individual to grow within our Natural Resources Department and other sectors of the Landmark business.

WHO WE ARE

Landmark is a growing, multifaceted company with a dedicated team of professional and support staff, working together to provide our clients with high quality, innovative solutions in the safest, most efficient way. Our professional expertise includes project management, construction, forestry services, environmental services, ecosystem restoration, and marine construction. From concept to completion, we listen carefully to our clients and developinnovative, cost-effective solutions and provide high-quality service with a focus on safety and the protection of environmental and cultural values.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

This position is a valuable contributor to the Landmark team. As a Junior Forest Technician, you will work with safety as a top priority. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• GPS traversing.
• Timber Cruising Assistant.
• Riparian Assessments.
• Assisting with Timber Reconnaissance.
• Assisting with Timber Development Projects.
• Completion of safety reports through Site Docs.
• Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety.

SPECIFIC SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

The successful candidate will be a student or graduate of a post secondary forestry or natural resources program. Other requirements include:

• Strong commitment to safety.
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Self motivated and the ability to work under limited direct supervision.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of adverse weather conditions and steep slopes.

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License with clean driving record and the confidence to drive safely in a variety of road conditions.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

Landmark is centrally located in the city of Salmon Arm, with a population of ~19,000, Salmon Arm has all the amenities you will find in larger centres in the BC interior. Located on beautiful Shuswap Lake, the area offers an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. You will have access to lakes, hiking trails, camping, world class fly fishing, mountain biking, back-country skiing and three different ski resorts within an hour’s drive. It’s a great place to live, work and play.

We provide:

• Wage ranges from $22.00 to $25.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.
• Health spending plan.
• Company matched RRSP program.
• Annual gear allowance
• Career growth and professional development.
• Flexible time off.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.