Forestry Technician (Technologists & Technicians)

Full Time

  Global Mapping Services

  Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Job requirements

Languages

English 

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year or equivalent experience 

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years 

Area of Work Experience

Consulting 

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Spreadsheet; Database; Tablet computer 

Additional Skills

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment 

Area of Specialization

Woodlands operations; Silviculture; Forest engineering and harvesting; Forest measurement and inventory assessment; Forest pathology, entomology and pest management 

Work Setting

Private sector; Consulting firm 

Type of Product

All terrain vehicles (ATV) 

Specific Skills

Survey and assess designated sites; Perform technical functions in preparation of forest management and harvest plan; Develop and maintain computer databases; Conduct and supervise forest inventory cruises, surveys and field measurement; Assist in planning and supervise construction of access routes and forest roads 

Security and Safety

Criminal record check 

Own Tools/Equipment

Safety vest; Gloves 

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Own vehicle; Willing to travel; Willing to travel regularly; Valid driver's licence; Travel expenses paid by employer 

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Tight deadlines 

Work Location Information

Rural area; Remote location; Various locations; Relocation costs not covered by employer 

Parts Specialization

Snowmobile 

Computer and Technology Knowledge

Computer-aided design (CAD) 

Technical Experience

Mapping and surveying; Forest cover mapping; Airphoto interpretation 

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent written communication; Organized 

Compensation

$200 - $240 a day