Forest Technician

Job Opportunity: Forest Technician Employee type: Full time, Permanent Location: 100 Mile House, BC Compensation: $25/hr - $29/hr Come Grow with Us! Forsite is actively looking for Forest Technicians with general understanding and experience with British Columbia forestry practices, based out of our 100 Mile House, BC WHO WE ARE With 11 locations throughout Canada, Forsite Consultants Ltd. 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 YOU WILL DO The Forest Technician is responsible for forest development activities including reconnaissance road/cut block engineering, ecological and riparian assessments, and completing the associated plans, deliverables, and appraisal packages in a safe, timely, cost effective and professional manner. This is a field-based position that has the potential for out of town and camp work. QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES A safety conscious attitude; Post-secondary education with a diploma or degree in a relevant discipline, or 3 years of related field experience; Broad understanding of general forestry practices; and Valid driver’s license and safe driving record. Enthusiastic and passionate about forestry and working outdoors in all weather conditions; Able to work both independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment. 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. HOW TO APPLY To apply for this position, please go to Forsite career page: https://forsite.ca/job-postings/ Deadline to apply: Open until filled We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Forest Technician is responsible for forest development activities including road and cut block engineering, as well as ecological and riparian assessments. They must complete associated plans, deliverables, and appraisal packages in a safe and professional manner.

Candidates must have a post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant discipline, or at least 3 years of related field experience. A valid driver's license and a safety-conscious attitude are also required.

• Competitive wages • Benefits package • Professional development • Company matched pension program

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• Forestry practices
• Road engineering
• Cut block engineering
• Ecological assessment
• Riparian assessment
• Appraisal packages
• Field work
• Safety compliance
• Data collection
• Resource management
• Safe Driving
• People Oriented
• Professionalism
• Riparian Ecology
• Valid Driver's License
• Forest Management
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Forestry
• Innovation
• Land Development
• Land Management
• Enthusiasm

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Engineering
• Consulting
• Agriculture
• Test Technician
• Forest / Conservation Technician
• Forestry Technicians
• Forest and Conservation Technicians

Formation minimale

Diplôme collégial

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine