Scaler / Forest Technician / Mesureur / Technicien forestier

• Hearst, Kapuskasing
• Posted on October 1, 2026

The activity of GreenFirst Forest Products is rooted in the forest! For us, well-managed forests really make sense for our business, our communities, and the environment. We have a deep connection to Canada’s forest lands and sustainability. If this commitment to the environment and Canada’s forests resonates with you, come join our team.

Position : Scaler / Forest Technician
Location : Kapuskasing/Hearst, ON

GreenFirst is looking for a Scaler/Forest Technician to work within the forest management and operations teams to support the implementation of the wood measurement and renewal programs.

Commitment:

• Live up to GreenFirst’s values, principles, and guidelines.
• Bring an open and cooperative attitude to your job, contributing to our positive work environment.
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as applicable regulations and laws.

Responsibilities:

• Promote and provide a safe workplace, seek improvements, support Health & Safety Program.
• Maintain a communications program to keep your team informed regarding department priorities.
• Report to Senior Forest Technician (Summer) and Operations Supervisor (Winter).
• Support the implementation of the silviculture program on the Gordon Cosens Forest.
• Support the implementation of the wood measurement program on the Hearst Forest and Gordon Cosens Forest.
• Support the maintenance of third-party certification.
• Maintain close ties with silviculture contractors, mill representatives, representatives of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Indigenous representatives and other forest users or stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of the Annual Work Schedule and Forest Management Plan on the Hearst Forest and Gordon Cosens Forest.
• Support cost reduction projects, as required.
• Support research and development projects, as required.
• Measure and maintain an accurate round wood inventory.
• Ensure that all government and company statutes, rules and regulations with respect to scaling are carried out satisfactorily.
• Frequent travel between Hearst & Kapuskasing.
• Provide support to all Ontario scaling operations, ensuring sampling program and log yards inventories are well executed by sawmill staff/personnel.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Education: College or University degree in a related discipline. (An asset)
• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in forestry or related experience.
• Ontario Scaling License (An asset)
• Bilingualism: English & French (An Asset).