Spectrum Resource Group The Position: Forestry Technician Type: Full-time Reports To: Forestry Technician Crew Lead 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 $243-265 per day, paid hourly. Full benefits package Overtime, statutory holiday, and vacation pay Work 10 days on with 4 days off Paid travel time, per diem and accommodations when away from home Employee ownership plan All equipment and tools supplied Comprehensive training and career development opportunities Key Responsibilities: Determine boundary and road layout for future harvesting Assess riparian features Traverse boundary and road locations for map creation Crossing and site plan data collection Ecology type identification and stratification Map and identify logging hazards Complete road engineering estimates and appraisal data field survey Remote camping and wilderness exploration Complete timber reconnaissance and stand level timber type stratification Assist timber cruiser in the field with data collection Ability to complete job duties in physically strenuous and varying terrains Other duties as required Experience and Knowledge Expectations: 1 year of Forestry-related experience Post-secondary education in natural resources, forestry or a related field is an asset A valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License, or equivalent, and a current Driver’s Abstract Previous experience operating ATVs and pick-up trucks safely on various road conditions is an asset Preference may be given to candidates holding a valid BC Intermediate or Advanced First Aid certification, or equivalent Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required for safety sensitive positions including positions with driving responsibilities Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team Punctuality, dependability, and accountability in the field The ability to work away from home for scheduled periods of time Experience using GPS, avenza, and other mapping programs Experience working with chainsaws would be considered an asset A safety conscious attitude A love of the outdoors Join Our Team: SRG is a business unit of an employee-owned company formed in 2017, known as Wright Canada Holdings (WCH). The Wright family of companies, established in 1933 in the United States, includes Wright Tree Service®, Wright Outdoor Solutions®, Eocene Environmental Group?, Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Wright Tree Service of the West, Wright Tree Service of Puerto Rico, Wright Canada Holdings and commonly seen brands, such as Spectrum Resource Group, ArborCare and Verdure Elements. 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.
