Spectrum Resource Group Wright Canada Holdings Ltd., operating as the Spectrum Resource Group, is seeking Tree Planters for the 2025 season (50 + days) beginning mid-April through to mid-August. We have millions of seedlings to plant! Tree planting is one of the toughest physical jobs on the continent and consists of long days performing hard labour often in inclement weather, reforesting clearcuts and in the most remote areas of northern British Columbia. The compensation is paid per tree planted and directly correlates to how hard you work and ultimately how many trees you plant. If you are looking for a challenge, a job where your compensation is not limited to an hourly rate, with opportunity to travel the Province of British Columbia, this is for you. The shift schedule is a 3 days on, 1 day off rotation. Employees can expect training and mentorship from crew leaders and supervisors throughout the season. We maintain a proactive approach to safety and injury prevention with camp first aid attendants and training from industry leading physiotherapists on injury prevention and management techniques. KEY RESPONSIBLITIES Planting seedling trees. Seedling handling and care. Planting location selection. Tree quality and spacing inspection. Accurately record and document the number of trees planted. Load boxes, move equipment and assist in set up or take down of camp infrastructure. Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright Canada Holdings Ltd.’s culture of safety. Other duties may be assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Be physically fit for a demanding role with the ability to carry 50+ pounds. Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced, and ever-changing environment. A good work ethic, a positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a team environment. Commitment to Spring and Summer plant (mid-May to mid-August, April planting is optional) Preference may be given to candidates holding a valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License, or equivalent, and/or a B.C. Intermediate or Advanced First Aid certification or equivalent. Map reading skills. The ability to work well individually and as part of a team. Preparation for work in all weather conditions. Willingness to work, enjoy and live in a remote setting. English language proficiency (read, write, oral comprehension). 2025 Spectrum Per Tree Compensation Structure Spectrum’s compensation is competitive with other tree planting companies. Companies in the industry at times advertise gross pay per tree, we pay a per tree rate and add statutory holiday pay and vacation pay in addition to the quoted per tree rate The per tree rate varies based on the contract. Here are some examples of how our pay structure looks. Minimum $0.16 - Our Quoted Price $0.013 - Stat and Vacation $0.173 - Gross Pay per Tree Average+ $0.205 - Our Quoted Price $0.017- Stat and Vacation $0.222 - Gross Pay per Tree Highest $0.40 - Our Quoted Price $0.034 - Stat and Vacation $0.434 - Gross Pay per TreeGross pay is before taxes and other statutory deductions, camp fees and special worksite allowances. +Average tree price across all trees and contracts. Spectrum’s tree planting camps are remote bush camps. Spectrum tree planting camps have a kitchen with meals provided, dining tents, bathrooms, shower facilities, first aid rooms, drinking water and Starlink internet access. Tree planters are responsible for bringing their own sleeping accommodation (e.g. tent, trailer), personal items including clothing, footwear, and toiletries. Planting equipment will be available for purchase. ABOUT US An employee-owned company formed in 2017, Wright Canada Holdings Ltd. is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of the 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. Spectrum has long and rich history of reforesting clearcuts and reclaiming disturbed sites in northern British Columbia and Alberta. Over the last 38 years we have employed thousands of tree planters to restore hundreds of thousands of hectares of land disturbed by logging, mining and oil and gas. Come join the team of one of the longest running and most reliable tree planting companies in the country! 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 all roles are 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.
