Salary: $22/hour - $26/hour
Job Opportunity: Silviculture Technician
Employee type: Full time, Permanent
Location: Prince George, 100 Mile House, Kamloops, Salmon Arm, and Nelson, BC
Employment start date: April 13th, 2026
Compensation: $22- $26 hourly
Come Grow with Us! Forsite is actively looking for Silviculture Technician position to fill.At Forsite, we dont just work together we support, challenge, and grow together. We believe in flexibility, collaboration, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.
WHO WE ARE
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 take pride in our team culture, where supporting one another is second nature. We are a dynamic, people-focused business that thrives by delivering value to our customers, creating opportunities for our employees, and drawing on our expertise for sustainable solutions that balance economic, environmental and social goals. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company.
We foster and sustain a safe and respectful environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.If youre looking for a workplace that values collaboration, innovation and having fun while making a meaningful impact, youll fit right in.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Silviculture Technician will have a significant field component and will be responsible for applying technical skills and knowledge when conducting silviculture projects, including tree planting implementation, silviculture surveys, treatment area layout, field assessments, and reporting along with various timber development opportunities in the winter.
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 safety conscious attitude
- Post-secondary education with a diploma or degree in a relevant discipline, or 2-3 years of related field experience
- Broad understanding of general forestry practices
- Valid drivers license and safe driving record
- Silviculture Surveyor Accreditation would be an asset. Candidates that arent Accredited Silviculture Surveyors will be considered for additional in-house support, towards achieving accreditation
- Registered or eligible to be registered with the FPBC or enrolled as a FIT or TFT
- Silviculture survey experience, planting supervision and/or planting pay plot experience
- Enthusiastic and passionate about forestry and working outdoors in all weather conditions as this is a field position
WHO YOU ARE
- A team player who enjoys working collaboratively and contributes to a positive team environment; reliable and accountable
- Aproblem solver who thinks critically and proactively finds solutions; can initiate/lead new ideas and follow them through
- A good decision makerwho exercises sound judgment in dynamic situations
- A strong communicator, both written and verbal (and technical writing would be great)
- Quality-driven pays attention to detail and takes pride in delivering high quality work
- Someone who can work independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment
- You are adaptable and resilient where you thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift; youre comfortable working on multiple projects at once and can adjust to changing demands
- Professional, friendly and respectful and committed to excellent service
WHAT WE PROVIDE
We offer a flexible and rewarding work environment, including:
- Competitive wages
- Work-life flexibility
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development support
- Company matched pension program
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.
