Tree Planter- Tlicho Community Partnership

Wright Canada Holdings Ltd; Field; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company seeks Tree Planters for a seasonal position focused on planting seedlings in a remote setting. Candidates from the Tlicho First Nation will be prioritized. Successful applicants will enjoy the outdoors while working in teams, meeting community needs, and contributing to environmental restoration efforts. Competitive pay per tree and a culture of safety are emphasized in the work environment.

Benefits

Meals provided

Remote camp facilities

Potential for extended work

Qualifications

• Must bring own sleeping accommodation.
• Ability to carry 50+ pounds.
• Experience with seedling handling and care.

Responsibilities

• Planting seedling trees.
• Accurately record number of trees planted.
• Support the culture of safety at Wright Canada Holdings.

Skills

Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment

Self-motivation

English language proficiency

Education

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Intermediate or Advanced First Aid certification

Tools

Tree planting equipment

Job description

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Tree Planter- Tlicho Community Partnership

Apply locations Yellowknife, Northwest Territories time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR118628

Spectrum Resource Group

The Position: Tree Planter

Type: Seasonal

Reports To: Reforestation Crew Leader

About Us:

Spectrum Resource Group (SRG), a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, Spectrum Resource Group is an integrated vegetation management (IVM) solutions provider with expertise in vegetation management, forest management, and reforestation. We provide these services to federal, provincial, regional, local and Indigenous governments, to the forestry, energy, mines, petroleum, transportation and utility sectors, and to numerous regional invasive species organizations across Canada.

SRG is committed to promoting equity and diversity within our teams. In partnership with local communities, this job posting and open position is specifically for folks of the Tlicho First Nation, which includes the Behchoko, Whati, Gameti and Wekweeti Communties. Only candidates from this community will be hired into this position. For any other open positions, please see our website.

Why Wright Canada Holdings:

• A Company Culture of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship
• Spectrum Camps are remote bush camps that have a kitchen with meals provided, dining tents, bathrooms, shower facilities, first aid rooms, drinking water and Starlink internet access.
• Potential for work that extends past the tree-planting season.
• Variable Pay Rate:
  Minimum
  • $0.16 - Our Quoted Price
  • $0.013 - Stat and Vacation
  • $0.173 - Gross Pay per Tree*
• Average (tree price across all contracts)
  • $0.205 - Our Quoted Price
  • $0.017- Stat and Vacation
  • $0.222 - Gross Pay per Tree*
• Highest
  • $0.40 - Our Quoted Price
  • $0.034 - Stat and Vacation
  • $0.434 - Gross Pay per Tree*

*Gross pay is before taxes and other statutory deductions, camp fees and special worksite allowances.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planting seedling trees.
• Seedling handling and care.
• Planting location selection.
• Tree quality and spacing inspection.
• Accurately record and document the number of trees planted.
• Load boxes, move equipment and assist in set up or take down of camp infrastructure.
• Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright Canada Holdings Ltd.’s culture of safety.
• Other duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Expectations:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and a current Driver’s Abstract would be considered an asset.
• Must currently possess, or be willing to obtain, Intermediate or Advanced First Aid certification, or equivalent, is considered an asset.
• Tree planters are responsible for bringing their own sleeping accommodation (e.g. tent, trailer), personal items including clothing, footwear, and toiletries. Planting equipment will be available for purchase.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced, and ever-changing environment.
• Self-motivated and the ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to carry 50+ pounds.
• Willingness to work, enjoy, and live in a remote setting.
• English language proficiency (read, write, oral comprehension).

Join Our Team:

SRG is a business unit of an employee-owned company formed in 2017, known as Wright Canada Holdings (WCH). The Wright family of companies, established in 1933 in the United States, includes Wright Tree Service, Wright Outdoor Solutions, Eocene Environmental Group℠, Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Wright Tree Service of the West, Wright Tree Service of Puerto Rico, Wright Canada Holdings and commonly seen brands, such as Spectrum Resource Group, ArborCare and Verdure Elements.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Posting will remain open until the role is filled.