Restoration Field Technician

Socket.dev; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

FSA

RRSP plan

Snacks and coffee

Job summary

SilvacomLtd. is seeking a Restoration Field Technician to tackle environmental and land-management challenges across Canada. Based in Alberta, the role blends fieldwork with office tasks within the Energy & Environment team, supporting municipal, forestry, oil & gas, and government clients.

The position involves site prep, planting, monitoring, and data collection. You will work with project teams, contractors, and operators to implement restoration plans, collect diverse data, and produce

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in forestry, environmental science, ecology, or related discipline.
• Eligible for professional designation such as RPF, RPFT, P.Bio., P.Ag., EP, or equivalent.
• Experience in habitat restoration, reclamation, or related fieldwork is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with habitat restoration planning, implementation, and monitoring programs.
• Conduct field assessments and collect environmental, vegetation, and geospatial data.
• Support field operations, equipment operators, and contractors during implementation.
• Monitor sites to track vegetation establishment and site recovery.
• Record observations and prepare technical reports, maps, and regulatory docs.
• Coordinate day-to-day field tasks, schedules, and contractors.
• Support client engagement and stakeholder communications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills

Fieldwork

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s/ diploma in forestry or environmental science

Eligibility for professional designation (RPF, RPFT, P.Bio., P.Ag., EP)

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

Like a challenge? We're a team-oriented, results-focused, strengths-based company who invest in our business, people, and our community. We get to tackle meaningful and exciting work to support our amazing resource sector by providing professional services to private and public sector organizations. We use design, innovation and creativity to help our clients solve real-world problems.
Silvacom is an award-winning company and one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers and Alberta’s Top Employers. At Silvacom, Corporate Social Responsibility is a part of our company fabric. We are socially accountable, to ourselves, our stakeholders, and the public.
We like to work-hard, play-hard, and enjoy fantastic company events like:

• Video Game Night
• Bacon Breakfast
• Family Picnic
• Awards Night
• Public Skating
• Escape Room events
• Pizza Day
• K-100 Relay Race
• Halloween Party
• Chili Cook Off
• Christmas Gift Exchange

We also offer:

• Medical/vision/dental benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-sponsored RRSP plan
• Fresh snacks and Starbucks coffee

Job Title: Restoration Field Technician

Location:This is an Alberta-based position, in-office or hybrid within the Edmonton or Calgary area.

Company:SilvacomLtd.

The Role:

You will play a key role in solving complex environmental and land management challenges across Canada. Working within our Energy & Environment team, you will support a diverse portfolio of projects for clients in the municipal, forestry, oil and gas, utility, government, and broader resource sectors. This position combines both field and office responsibilities.You will help carry out habitat restoration and reclamation projects on the ground, from site preparation and planting through to monitoring and data collection. It suits someone who enjoys physical outdoor work, learning restoration techniques in the field, and working closely with project teams, contractors, and equipment operators.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with habitat restoration planning, implementation, and monitoring programs
• Conduct field assessments and collecting environmental, vegetation, and geospatial data
• Assistfield operations, equipment operators, and contractors during implementation
• Monitor restoration and reclamation sites to track vegetation establishment, survival, and site recovery
• Record field observations andprepare technical reports, maps, presentations, and regulatory documentation
• Coordinate day-to-day field tasks, schedules, and contractors
• Support client engagement and stakeholder communications
• Contribute to continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge development within the team

What you Bring:

• Demonstrated interest in habitat restoration, reclamation, or revegetation, with a desire to build field skills
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work safely in remote field environments and varying weather conditions
• Experience conducting fieldwork related to forestry, environmental monitoring, restoration, or natural resource projects
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Self-motivated with a strong desireto learn and grow professionally
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with GIS software (QGIS, ArcGIS, or equivalent) would be considered an asset
• Project coordination or project management experience would be considered an asset

Preferred Assets:

• Experienceworkingin environmental operations and with equipment operators
• Experience with revegetation, planting, seeding, or reclamation work
• Silvicultureexperience
• Experience operating ATVs/UTVs, snowmobiles, or other off-road equipment
• Valid First Aid certification
• Drone pilot certification

Academic Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in forestry, environmental science, ecology, natural resource management, environmental planning, agriculture, geography, GIS, or a related discipline
• Eligible for or working toward a professional designation such as:
  • RPF, RPFT,P.Bio.,P.Ag.,EP,or equivalent

Working Conditions:

• Field work may involve travel to project sites acrossAlberta / Western Canada, including remote locations, for periods of upto10daysat a time
• Fieldwork can involve working in variable weather, walking over uneven terrain, and carrying equipment
• Reasonable physical fitness isrequiredfor the field portions of the role
• A valid Class 5 driver's licence and a satisfactory driver's abstract arerequired
• A company vehicle will be provided for field travel
• Overnight stays in field or camp accommodations may berequiredduring active field seasons

Compensation:

We offer competitive salariescommensuratewith experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and a company-sponsored RRSP plan.

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.