Seasonal Field Forestry Assistant | Timber Cruiser

CCI Inc; Fort Nelson; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Travel paid

Field schedule flexibility

Job summary

Geoterra Integrated Resource Systems Ltd. is a British Columbia–based forestry consulting firm offering a casual, seasonal entry level forestry position. From May to September, the role begins with one-on-one training as an assistant timber cruiser and expands to other projects.

Location options include Prince George, Kimberly, Fort Nelson and Fort St. John, BC, with travel and out-of-town camp work possible.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years experience in the forest industry
• Willingness to work in various locations throughout BC for shifts
• Positive attitude, highly organized, eagerness to learn, and a team player
• Basic outdoor skills and general fitness
• Willingness to work in remote locations in adverse weather conditions
• Willingness to work 8–12 hours/day (including over-time pay)
• Willingness to work extended shifts and stay out-of-town for work
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test
• Valid BC driver's license and provide a driver's abstract

Responsibilities

• Assisting with timber cruising and timber investigations
• Assist in cutblock, road layout and assessments
• Assist with the riparian and ecosystem assessments
• Data collection and entry
• Additional adhoc assistance requirements needed by the supervisor

Job description

Geoterra Integrated Resource Systems Ltd. is a British Columbia–based forestry consulting firm offering a casual, seasonal entry level forestry position. From May to September, the role begins with one-on-one training as an assistant timber cruiser and expands to other projects.

Location options include Prince George, Kimberly, Fort Nelson and Fort St. John, BC, with travel and out-of-town camp work possible.