About this role
Job Purpose:
This position is responsible for supporting the Backcountry operations of the department as well as the operations and maintenance of our shop facility. It is primarily a field position which will expose staff to a wide range of environmental work. The position requires long days working outdoors, often in less than ideal conditions. The right candidate is a quick learner with lots of hands-on experience and a willingness to work as a team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the implementation of field work on and off the CLAWR
- Operate department equipment including, but not limited to side by sides, skid steer, tractor, trucks, quads, boats, snowmobiles
- Participate in consultation site visits including HRIA (Archeology) field work
- Participate in a wide range of field related activities including, but not limited to, fisheries monitoring, water quality monitoring, terrestrial biology fieldwork with Cameras and Acoustic Recording units
- Participate in data management using computers and software
- Keep the shop facility clean and well maintained
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Class 5 Drivers License
- Clean 3-year drivers abstract
- Demonstrated Field Experience in environmental or other sectors (eg. wildfire, seismic, forestry, landscaping, guiding/ outfitting etc.)
- Experience with boats and ATV’s is required
- Willing and able to stay overnight or for multiple nights in the field
- Must be able to work weekends about 50% of the time
- Outdoor experience is considered an asset
- Skills in operating and maintaining equipment required
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate in a team environment
- Dealing with multiple competing priorities
Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:
- Hours of work are typically 9:00-5:00 but longer days are required sometimes.
- Field work is required. This may require walking long distances, being outside for extended periods, lifting and carrying loads of up to 50 lbs.
- Overtime may be required
- Working hours can vary and may require a flexible schedule depending on type of assignment or work plan task.
- Evening and weekend work may be required to attend meetings, events, and community engagement sessions.
Remuneration:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.