Senior Forest Technician — LiDAR, Road Planning Lead

Cabin Resource Management Ltd.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forestry solutions provider in Kelowna is seeking a Mid-Level to Senior Forest Technician to join their team. The role involves leading the planning of road systems, managing field data, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have at least 4 years of relevant experience, a degree in forestry, and a strong commitment to safety. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Wage and biannual profit sharing

Boot, training, and professional development allowance

Extended medical and dental benefits

Flexible holidays

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience with road and cutblock layout within BC.
• Experience in deflection analysis, SP data collection, and drafting.
• Experience in riparian assessments, forest health, and surveys.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and layout of road and harvest systems.
• Manage all aspects of data in the field and office.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise field activities and provide training to crew members.

Skills

Safety commitment

Experience with LiDAR data

Understanding of forest policy

Steep slope layout

Field data management

Education

Diploma or Degree in forestry or related field

Registered or eligible for registration with ABCFP

Job description

A forestry solutions provider in Kelowna is seeking a Mid-Level to Senior Forest Technician to join their team. The role involves leading the planning of road systems, managing field data, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have at least 4 years of relevant experience, a degree in forestry, and a strong commitment to safety. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with a dynamic work environment.