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Fisheries Technician

Classification : Full time / Seasonal

Salary : $22.00 $34.00 per hour

Location : Williams Lake BC and six Tilhqotin Communities

Deadline : Until filled

The Tilhqotin National Government (TNG) is the official First Nations government serving the Tilhqotin Nation. TNG is located in Williams Lake British Columbia and serves six communities including Esdilagh Tideldel Yuneitin Tletinqox Xeni Gwetin and Tlesqox.

The TNG Fisheries Department implements a range of projects and activities that aim to advance the shared goals of the Tsilhqotin Nation in fish fisheries and fish habitat.

The Tsilhqotin National Government is looking to hire one field technician for 2025 field season (running April through October) to assist with a range of fisheriesrelated field activities and related data entry that includes fisheries stock assessment projects and water monitoring. This is an exceptional opportunity to be exposed to a range of interesting field projects and learn new skills working in the Chilcotin River and tributaries. We are looking for candidates with a strong interest in fisheries and environmental management and who are willing to work long days in the river in challenging conditions . TNG offices are in Williams Lake but there is the option for the position to be based out of Tsilhqotin communities with some travel subsidy.

This is a seasonal position that can start right away with the potential for future seasonal or permanent work. A summer work term is also welcome for the right candidate.

Requirements

fulltime / seasonal; 810hour field days with day / evening shifts overtime and options for weekends

Participation in a range of field projects that include fisheries stock assessment projects and water monitoring in the Tsilhqotin Territory

Includes working in and around lakes and swiftwater environments under sometimes challenging conditions such as extreme weather and limited amenities with option to work in remote field camps

Basic data entry and other officebased tasks during nonfield periods

Skills and Qualifications

Grade 12 / GED equivalent

Valid Class 5 drivers license (clean Drivers Abstract will berequired)

Experience operating and maintaining field equipment such as boats motors vehicles mechanical equipment etc.

Demonstrated physical ability to participate in periods of strenuous physical work associated with field activities and equipment maintenance and handle adverse weather conditions

Safety focused eager to learn good communication skills able to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team

Basic computer skills (proficiency with computer / tablet) for communications and data entry

Preferred skills (not required)

Demonstrated interest / experience in fisheries science or related field

Demonstrated experience working in remote areas

Relevant training such as Valid First Aid Certification Swiftwater Rescue Training

Familiarity with Tsilhqotin Nation and indigenous orgs an asset

Working Conditions

Travel will be required

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals

Overtime as required

Lifting or moving up to 50lbs may be required

Please send a cover letter resume and 3 references to :

Jenai Nolin

Human Resources Generalist & Recruitment

Tilhqotin National Government

1729 South Lakeside Drive

Williams Lake BC V2G 3A9

Email :

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Aeronautical,Healthcare Attorney,Fitness,General Services,Account Management,Export Documentation

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 22 - 34