Field Assistant

Posting ID : 27115

27115

Position Type : Temporary

Temporary

City :

Prince George, BC, Canada

Location : CAC - Canfor

CAC - Canfor

You're a motivator who builds relationships naturally. You have an innate ability to adapt to changing situations and have a great understanding of the ins and outs of the forestry industry.

As the Silviculture Field Assistant, you'll be assisting with the planning and implementation of all of our Silviculture programs.

This can include post-harvest assessments, site preparation, silviculture surveys and other exciting tasks. You like to see improvement in the things you work on, so you will be able to use your significant experience to implement cost effective treatments and actively engage in the Canfor Operating System deployment strategies.

In a perfect world, you are working on obtaining an associated university degree or technical diploma. Ideally you are working towards an RFT, FIT or RPF Certification with the Association of BC Forestry Professionals.

You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, can easily navigate a Microsoft office environment and have experience with other forest industry software applications.

A day in the life of a Silviculture Field Assistant will include :

• Implement and manage Silviculture program activities, which include post-harvest assessments, site preparation, seed collection, reforestation, silviculture surveys, brushing, weeding, burning as well as adhering to applicable reporting requirements.
• Tracking, reporting, and analyzing of safety, quality, cost and delivery results.
• Assist Canfor in maintaining positive relations with various stakeholders, the public and government agencies.
• Ensure all silviculture activities are conducted in compliance with legislation, and Canfor's Safety Policy, SAFE Company certification, Environment Policy and Forest Management System.
• Providing and supporting a positive atmosphere for personal, professional and team development.

This is a contract position which ends on December 20th, 2024 with the potential to extend further.

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 : $47,000.00-$58,500.00

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. #LI-ZM1

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