Forest Technologists (Technologists & Technicians)

Full Time

  Silvatech Consulting Ltd

  Salmon Arm, British Columbia, Canada

Silvatech Consulting Ltd., established in 1983, is a progressive developer of technological solutions for resource management. The Silvatech Group provides professional services in forest land management, environmental sciences, resource inventories & mapping. Silvatech is accepting resumes for the positions of Senior, Intermediate and Junior Forest Technologists. The positions require experienced resource technologists to carry out reconnaissance and development of timber harvest areas and access roads, GPS surveys, site plans and stream assessments. Silvatech is a family friendly company. The positions are full-time, based at Salmon Arm, BC.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Forest Technologist Diploma or equivalent, RFT certification
  • Timber development experience in BC
  • Experienced in harvest area development (conventional and cable systems)
  • Experienced with road layout and water crossings
  • Experienced with site plans
  • Knowledgeable in stream/riparian assessment work
  • Efficient and safety conscious with field operations and equipment 
  • Good written and interpersonal communication skills in English
  • Good people / leadership skills
  • Ability to work as a team member and independently
  • Good computer skills
  • Valid BC drivers license
  • Level 1 First Aid, S-100, ATV safety and Bear Awareness training

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Field Reconnaissance
  • Road and Harvest Area Layout
  • GPS surveys
  • Site Plans
  • Stream assessments

Compensation

Remuneration and benefits will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities.