Timber Cruiser

Strategic Natural Resource Consultants; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Mentorship & professional development

Paid professional dues

RSP matching

Job summary

Strategic Natural Resource Consultants is seeking a Timber Cruiser to conduct outdoor timber cruising and support Natural Resource Management projects, working with resource professionals to ensure project success.

Mentor junior cruisers, maintain strong communications, and adapt to camp shifts. A minimum of three years in BC timber cruising is expected; ATC preference noted. Valid Class 5 license and experience with Compmate/Cruisemate welcomed.

Qualifications

• Three+ years BC Timber Cruiser experience; ATC designation preferred.
• Coastal and old-growth cruising experience highly desirable.
• Physically fit with mental tenacity.
• Proficient with cruising software and equipment (Compmate, Cruisemate, Cruise Comp).
• Strong navigation and map-reading skills.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct timber cruising activities in outdoor and camp settings to provide data for deliverables.
• Collaborate with resource professionals on Natural Resource Management projects.
• Mentor or train new cruisers and compassmen.
• Uphold strong communication and work ethic essential to the role.

Skills

Timber cruiser experience

Navigation & map-reading

Written & verbal communication

Physical fitness

Driver's license (Class 5)

Education

ATC designation

BC Scalers License

RPF/RFT/FIT/TFT registration

Tools

Compmate

Cruisemate

Cruise Comp

Job description

Strategic is one of British Columbia’s largest natural resource consultants. We are a First Nations majority owned company through the Ehattesaht Chinehkint Nation, whose stewardship of the land leads us forward. Strategic offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health & dental, mentorship & professional development, paid professional dues, and RSP matching. What started as a small team of Timber Development Engineers, has grown over the last 20 years into an industry renowned west coast consultancy employing 130+ people in multiple communities. Our mission is to deliver technical expertise to our valued clients, to provide a safe and positive work environment, and to lead by fostering prosperity in our communities.

Benefits

• health & dental
• mentorship & professional development
• paid professional dues
• RSP matching

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct timber cruising activities in outdoor and camp-based settings to provide accurate data for project and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with our resource professionals to ensure the success of Natural Resource Management projects.
• Mentor / Train new cruisers and compassmen.
• Uphold effective communication and a strong work ethic, essential to the role's success.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience as a BC Timber Cruiser; preference will be given to candidates with an ATC designation.
• Experienced coastal cruising with old-growth cruising experience necessary.
• High level of physical fitness and mental tenacity.
• Sound working knowledge of computers, cruising-related software, such as Compmate, Cruisemate and Cruise Comp, and equipment.
• Proficient navigation and map-reading skills.
• Flexibility towards camp shifts.
• Experience working around trucks, boats, helicopters, float planes, and ATVs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid class 5 driver's license.

Assets

• Experience completing Waste and residue surveys
• Possessing a BC Scalers License
• Registration as an RPF, RFT, FIT, or TFT
• Experience in Timber Valuation

The hourly compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 - $38.00