Forestry technicians conduct fieldwork to study, safeguard, and maintain the mountains, grasslands, and forests. Forestry technicians, also referred to as foresters or forest workers, are independent workers who gather, examine, and test samples of animals and plants.
Job details
Location: Box 1210Manning, ABT0H 2M0
Salary: $24.35 hourly for 40 to 60 hours per week
Terms of employment: Permanent employment
Full time
Day, Weekend
Start date: Starts as soon as possible
Benefits: Long term benefits
Vacancies: 10 vacancies
We are looking for a detail-oriented forestry technician who will be responsible for the collection of data, as well as the protection and maintenance of the natural environment. Forestry technicians are expected to manage and protect the forests and natural resources, regulate enforcement, and work on fire suppression.
The ideal candidate will be an outdoors person, able to work in isolation or in close contact with the public. A forestry technician should be prepared to work in a wide range of positions, from the scientific collection and study of data to the management of campgrounds and recreational areas.
Forestry Technician Responsibilities:
Collecting, testing, and analyzing animal and plant samples.
Using test results for insect and disease control.
Researching wildlife for conservation.
Managing and protecting natural resources.
Conducting environmental impact studies.
Enforcing rules and regulations of campgrounds and other recreational areas.
Educating the community on conservation and fire safety.
Forestry Technician Requirements:
A bachelor’s or associate’s degree in the natural sciences.
Experience in Forestry or a related field.
Critical thinking and analysis skills.
The ability to work in isolation or in contact with the public.
Good communication and mathematical skills.
Overview
Languages
English
Education
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Work setting
Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
Conduct and supervise forest inventory cruises, surveys and field measurement
Implement, supervise and perform technical functions in silvicultural operation
Enforce environmental, fire safety and accident prevention regulation
Provide forestry education, advice and recommendations to woodlot owners
Develop and maintain computer databases
Supervise forest tree nursery operations
Provide technical support to forestry research
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Benefits
Long term benefits
Other benefits
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.
How to apply
By email
careers@forteck.ca
Advertised until
2022-11-12
