Forest Technician

Job Opportunity: Forest Technician

Employee type: Full time, Temporary (with the potential to become permanent full-time)

Location: Salmon Arm, BC

Compensation: $23/hr - $28/hr

Come Grow with Us! Forsite is actively looking for a Forest Technician with general understanding and experience with British Columbia forestry practices, based out of our Salmon Arm, BC office.

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

Forsite welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is looking for the right person to join our team. If you don't meet every requirement but bring relevant skills, experience, and a great attitude, we encourage you to apply!

• A safety conscious attitude;
• Enthusiastic and passionate about forestry;
• Physically fit and capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions;
• Able to work both independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment;
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record;
• Post-secondary education with a diploma or degree in a relevant discipline, or 2+ years of related field experience is preferred; however, we are willing to train the right candidate;
• Able to work out of town for 5- or 10-day shifts;
• Broad understanding of general forestry practices is preferred;
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills; can think critically and proactively to find solutions, and exercise sound judgment in dynamic situations;
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal (and technical writing would be great);
• Professional, friendly, and respectful.

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.bamboohr.com

Deadline to apply: Open until filled

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.