Timber Cruiser Opportunities

Fpbc; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Mentorship & professional development

Paid professional dues

RSP matching

Job summary

Strategic, one of British Columbia’s leading natural resource consultants, seeks timber cruisers for field data collection and project support. The role emphasizes field-based work, coordination with resource professionals, and mentoring newer crew members in camp settings.

Applicants should have substantial BC Timber Cruiser experience, strong fitness, and proficiency with cruising software. Valid driver’s license and flexibility for camp shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of BC Timber Cruiser experience; ATC designation preferred.
• Coastal cruising with old-growth experience is highly valued.
• High level of physical fitness and mental tenacity.
• Strong computer and cruising software skills, including Compmate, Cruisemate and Cruise Comp.
• Proficient navigation and map-reading abilities.
• Flexible camp shift availability.
• Experience around trucks, boats, helicopters, float planes, and ATVs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct timber cruising activities outdoors to provide data for deliverables.
• Collaborate with resource professionals on Natural Resource projects.
• Mentor/train new cruisers and compassmen.
• Maintain clear communication and strong work ethic.

Skills

Timber cruising

Navigation & map-reading

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Education

ATC designation (preferred)

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.

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