Timber Cruiser

Forsite Consultants Ltd; Prince George; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsite Consultants Ltd based in Prince George, BC, is seeking a Timber Cruiser to support forest development activities, including cruise planning, operational timber cruising, data compilation, and delivering final cruise maps and reports. It is a field-focused role with some office work.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year as head timber cruiser in BC, a solid understanding of the BC Timber Cruising Manual, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Safety-conscious attitude required.
• Minimum 1 year experience as head timber cruiser in BC.
• Strong understanding of BC Timber Cruising Manual.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract is required.
• ATC or ATE accreditation or working towards it is preferred.
• Registration with FPBC (or eligible) is an asset.
• Experience with coordinating workshops is an asset.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, and coaching technical assistants.

Responsibilities

• Develop cruise plans and final cruise maps.
• Perform operational timber cruising and data summary.
• Provide data deliverables from cruise activities.
• Field-focused role with some office work; other timber development phases may be involved.

Skills

Safety conscious

Head timber cruiser experience (BC)

BC Timber Cruising Manual

Driver's license (clean abstract)

ATC/ATE accreditation or in progress

FPBC registration asset

Cruising workshops experience asset

Supervision & mentoring

Job description

Job Opportunity: Timber Cruiser

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent

Location: Prince George, BC

Compensation: $23/hr - $30/hr

Come Grow with Us! Forsite is hiring for a Timber Cruiser based out of Prince George, BC.

WHO WE ARE

Incorporated in 1987, and as part of the Barr GeoSpatial group of companies, Forsite is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry technology, strategic planning, resource and land management and professional forestry. Forsite has been SAFE certified since 2007 and is committed to growth, innovation and maintaining a safe and respectful working environment.

At Forsite we will excel by being a flexible, adaptable, people-oriented business that grows and profits by creating value for our customers and opportunities for our employees. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

The Timber Cruiser is responsible for forest development activities including the development of cruise plans, operational timber cruising, quality control, data summary, the development of final cruise maps, and the compilation of cruise data and deliverables. This is a field focused position, but some office work will be required. Work in other phases of timber development should be anticipated.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• A safety conscious attitude
• A minimum of 1 year filling the role of a head timber cruiser in British Columbia
• A thorough understanding of British Columbia Timber Cruising Manual
• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract is a must
• ATC or ATE accreditation or working towards becoming an ATC or ATE is preferred
• Registration with the FPBC (or eligible for registration) as a professional forester (RPF) and/or forest technologist (RFT) will be considered as an asset
• The participate in previous Northern Interior Cruising Committee and/or Southern Interior Timber Cruising Association workshops will be considered an asset
• Experience with helicopter access will be considered an asset
• Experience in supervising, mentoring, and coaching technical assistants

WHO YOU ARE

• Team oriented professional with a friendly and courteous manner
• A strong verbal and written communicator
• A problem solver with excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills
• An independent person able to work under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and seasons

LOCATION

Prince George, located in central British Columbia, is the largest city in the province’s north and known as its "Northern Capital." Situated at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako Rivers, it's surrounded by forests, rivers, lakes, and mountains offering ample outdoor recreation. The city's diverse economy includes forestry, energy, manufacturing, education, and healthcare, with the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) and College of New Caledonia (CNC) as key institutions. With affordable housing and land prices Prince George has one of the lowest costs of living for a city its size in the province. It’s warm and welcoming community makes it an attractive place to live and visit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Forsite provides competitive wages, a solid benefits package, supported professional development and a company matched pension program.

Forsite welcomes applications from everyone and is looking for the most suitable individual with the skills and knowledge to effectively complete the duties required of the position.