Process technician Jobs in Saskatoon, SK

Spectrum Resource Group

The Position: GIS Technician

Type: Full-time

Reports To: GIS Coordinator

About Us:

Spectrum Resource Group (SRG), a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, 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.

Why Wright Canada Holdings:

• A Company Culture of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship

• Pay rate of $32 to $36 per hour, based on experience and education.

• Paid travel time, per diem and accommodations when away from home.

• All equipment and tools supplied.

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits package.

• Overtime and STAT work may be required, based on operational needs.

• Employee ownership potential.

• Remote workers will be considered for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, manage, and analyze spatial data from diverse sources - including vector, LiDAR, satellite imagery, field surveys, aerial photography, and existing geospatial databases - to support forestry operations and timber development.

• Digitize and georeference paper maps and legacy spatial data to modern standards.

• Produce high‑quality cartographic products with professional symbology, labeling, legends, and layout design within our organization’s standards.

• Tailor map products and datasets for various internal and external audiences (e.g., stakeholders, field staff, regulatory groups).

• Perform data editing, cleaning, transformation, and quality checks to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with organizational standards.

• Work with and maintain data, maps, and apps hosted on ArcGIS Online.

• Support field data collection workflows using Field Maps, Survey123, and related mobile tools.

• Develop or assist with automation workflows using Python, ModelBuilder, or other tools to improve efficiency.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Expectations

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Geographic Information Systems.

• Experience in forestry GIS applications, gained through academic or work settings.

• Strong proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS technologies, including ArcGIS Pro, spatial datasets, geoprocessing tools, and essential GIS concepts.

• Demonstrated experience working with the following is highly considered:

  Experience producing customized map series or automated map products derived from large or complex datasets.

  LiDAR point‑cloud analysis and derived products (e.g., DEM/DSM generation, canopy metrics).

  Multispectral or stereo imagery for interpretation or analysis.

  ArcGIS Enterprise, including feature services, data management, and web maps/apps.

  ArcGIS Online deployment and management of Field Maps and Survey123, including form design, offline maps, and field workflows.

  Aerial data collection with drones. Flight plans, processing / managing drone‑derived datasets such as orthomosaics and point clouds.

• Experience with Python scripting, automation, or ModelBuilder; SQL or Arcade experience is considered an asset.

• Familiarity with QGIS, Avenza or Phoenix Connect is considered an asset.

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 products (Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive) in a cloud‑based environment.

• Commitment to safety and compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations.

• Ability to maintain a high level of technical proficiency and adapt to evolving GIS technologies.

Join Our Team:

An employee-owned company formed in 2017, Wright Canada Holdings is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of Spectrum Resource Group, Wright Tree Service of Canada, ArborCare® and CNUC of Canada. Our operations and clientele stretch across the nation. Together, we provide integrated vegetation management, consulting and operations, and other outdoor services.

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