Forestry Jobs in Burnaby, BC

Spectrum Resource Group

The Position: Integrated Vegetation Management Technician

Type: Seasonal, full-time

Reports To: Integrated Vegetation Management Crew Lead

About Us:

Spectrum Resource Group (SRG), a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, Spectrum Resource Group is an integrated vegetation management (IVM) solutions provider with expertise in vegetation management, forest management, and reforestation. We 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.

NOW HIRING FOR THE SPRING 2026 SEASON!

Why Wright Canada Holdings:

• A Company Culture of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship.
• $24.00 to $27.00 per hour.
• Paid travel time and accommodations when away from home.
• All equipment supplied.
• Potential for work that extends past the IVM season.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct field surveys to assess vegetation health, growth patterns, and potential risks to infrastructure.
• Use integrated methods (such as mechanical, chemical, and biological controls) to manage vegetation and prevent overgrowth.
• Apply herbicides or other treatments as needed to control invasive species or vegetation that could interfere with infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate records of vegetation management activities, including treatment areas, products used, and results.
• Select and implement appropriate management and control practices.
• Promote awareness of invasive species and integrated vegetation management practices to the public on a day-to-day basis.
• Collect and interpret vegetation population data and monitor control efficacy.
• Complete job duties in physically strenuous and varying terrains.
• Operate specialized equipment such as herbicide sprayers, chainsaws, brush cutters, and trucks.
• Other duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Expectations:

• Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Natural Resources, Forestry or Environmental. (asset)
• 1 years’ experience in vegetation management would be considered an asset.
• B.C Pesticide Applicator Certification (5 year), or provincial equivalent.
• Ability to identify invasive plants is considered an asset.
• Provincially relevant first aid or equivalent.
• Current and unrestricted Driver’s License and Driver’s Abstract with less than 6 demerits.
• Strong proficiency in using a chainsaw is considered an asset.
• Ability to acquire the required provincial pesticide applicator or exterminator license.
• Ability to work outside and in a range of weather conditions.
• Physically fit to work and walk in a rough terrain area.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast paced, and ever-changing environment.
• Ability to work away from home for shifts.
• Attention to detail and data driven.
• Candidate must be comfortable with regular travel for work purposes.
• Pre-employment drug testing required for safety sensitive positions.

Join Our Team:

SRG is a business unit of an employee-owned company formed in 2017, known as Wright Canada Holdings (WCH). The Wright family of companies, established in 1933 in the United States, includes Wright Tree Service®, Wright Outdoor Solutions®, Eocene Environmental Group℠, Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Wright Tree Service of the West, Wright Tree Service of Puerto Rico, Wright Canada Holdings and commonly seen brands, such as Spectrum Resource Group, ArborCare and Verdure Elements.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Posting will remain open until the role is filled.