Job Description

Salary:

Job Opportunity: Student Forest Technician

Employee type: Seasonal

Location: Prince George, Salmon Arm, Kamloops, 100 Mile House, Nelson, BC

WHO WE ARE

At Forsite, we believe in flexibility, collaboration, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We dont just work together we support, challenge, and grow together. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.

Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry, technology, analytics, strategic planning, resource and land management/stewardship and professional forestry. We are a company that is committed to innovation and is constantly growing with clients across North America and abroad in multiple sectors. We are looking for candidates interested in a challenging entry level Forest Technician position. Four- or eight-month terms are available in 2026.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Student forestry staff will be responsible for providing technical support to project teams in all aspects of timber development and silviculture operations. Multiphase timber development includes timber reconnaissance, field engineering, riparian and ecological assessments, timber cruising, and GPS traversing. Silviculture services include surveys, prescription development, planting supervision, and silviculture management.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Forsite welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is looking for the right person to join our team. If you dont meet every requirement but bring relevant skills, experience and a great attitude, we encourage you to apply!

Must have:

A professional, friendly and courteous manner, being service & team oriented.
Self-direction, flexibility and the ability to work under limited direct supervision.
A safety conscious attitude.
A passion for forestry and working outdoors as this is field job.
Preference given to candidates with a valid drivers license with a clean abstract.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

We offer aflexible and rewarding work environment, including:

Competitive wages
Work-life flexibility
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development support
Company matched pension program

If you have not already done so, please go to http://www.forsite.ca and view Forsites Student Recruiting video.

If you want to hear what other employees are saying, we encourage you to look at our staff videos on our website atforsite.ca/careers.

Apply to be a Student Forest Technician here:https://forsite.bamboohr.com/careers

For any inquiries, please contact HR: hr@forsite.ca

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Forsite, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our team. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2+individuals, and veterans. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know we are happy to support you.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Forsite Consultants Ltd

Open Positions

Student Forest Technician