Spectrum Resource Group The Position: GIS Technician Type: Full-time Reports To: GIS Coordinator About Us: Spectrum Resource Group (SRG), a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, Spectrum Resource Group is an integrated vegetation management (IVM) solutions provider with expertise in vegetation management, forest management, and reforestation. We provide these services to federal, provincial, regional, local and Indigenous governments, to the forestry, energy, mines, petroleum, transportation and utility sectors, and to numerous regional invasive species organizations across Canada. Why Wright Canada Holdings: Pay rate of $29-38 per hour based on education and experience. Full benefits package. Overtime, statutory holiday, and vacation pay. Can work remotely. Employee ownership plan. All equipment and tools supplied. Comprehensive training and career development opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Gather spatial data from a variety of sources including field surveys, satellite imagery, aerial photography, existing databases or paper maps supporting forestry field operations and timber development. Digitize and georeference paper maps Ability to create professional maps with symbology, labels, and legends. Customize maps for different audiences (e.g., planners, engineers, public). Edit, clean, and format data to ensure consistency. Work with data and maps hosted on ArcGIS Online. Check for errors in data or maps. Ensure data accuracy and adherence to standards. Other duties as required. Knowledge and Skills Expectations: Post-secondary degree or diploma in Geographic Information Systems. Experience in Forestry, in a school or work setting. Advanced knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS products, spatial datasets and GIS. Experience with any combination of Python, VB, Arcade, QGIS, Phoenix Connect, and ArcGIS Enterprise and Field Maps would be considered an asset. Familiarity with Microsoft 365 products (Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive) in a cloud-based environment. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and on a team in a fast-paced environment. Compliance with Federal, provincial, and local safety regulations. Must maintain a high level of technical knowledge. Join Our Team: An employee-owned company formed in 2017, Wright Canada Holdings is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of Spectrum Resource Group, Wright Tree Service of Canada, ArborCare® and CNUC of Canada. Our operations and clientele stretch across the nation. Together, we provide integrated vegetation management, consulting and operations, and other outdoor services. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered, and decisions are merit-based. We invite applicants of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, family/marital status, and physical and mental disabilities. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Posting will remain open until the role is filled. An employee-owned company formed in 2017, Wright Canada Holdings is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of Spectrum Resource Group, Wright Tree Service of Canada, ArborCare® and CNUC of Canada. Our operations and clientele stretch across Canada from British Columbia to New Brunswick. Together as a family of companies, we provide integrated vegetation management, consulting and operations, and other outdoor services in Canada. Wright Tree Service of Canada offers the entire package of vegetation management services, including integrated vegetation management, storm restoration, work planning services to utility companies and their communities across Canada. ArborCare® provides commercial and residential tree and lawn care services in Calgary. Assisting utilities in improving their utility vegetation management programs through inspection and auditing services, emergency response, consulting, and research, often combined with software and LiDAR solutions in Canada. Spectrum Resource Group is an integrated vegetation management solutions provider with expertise in reforestation, vegetation management and forest management. They provide these services to federal, provincial, regional, local and Indigenous governments, to the forestry, energy, mines, petroleum, transportation and utility sectors, and to numerous regional invasive species organizations across Canada.
