Forestry Field Assistant

Posting ID:
27984
Position Type:
Temporary
City:
Prince George, BC, Canada
Location:
CAC - Canfor

Every year, Canfor hires numerous Forestry Field Assistants to join us in term positions, offering contracts of 4, 8, 10, or 11 months. This role is based within our Woodlands location in Prince George, BC. With flexible start and end dates, these roles open doors to potential full-time employment, making it an exciting step forward in your career.

You're a motivated and ambitious team player who loves solving problems and is always up for a challenge. You welcome the idea of getting a little dirt on your boots and can perform physically demanding work. You tackle every task with enthusiasm and an unwavering dedication. Precision and commitment to delivering top-notch quality in every task are your trademarks. Your strong work ethic and commitment to safety ensure that you're not just getting the job done, but you're doing it efficiently and effectively.

The life of a member on our Field Operations team includes:

• Timber stratification and preliminary feature identification using Lidar data and imagery
• Road and cutblock layout
• Site-level plans and ecosystem data collection
• Operational cruising
• Field information mapping stream and riparian assessments

For these roles, you'll come equipped with:

• Current or past enrollment in a forestry or natural resources management program, and/or forestry work experience
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork in a team environment
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License

If you're ready to jump into a role that combines your passion for hands-on work, dedication to tasks and collaborative spirit, click that "apply" button today!

The salary range for this position is: $53,500.00-$67,000.00

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone's unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.

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