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Lead Hand Forest Management Jobs in Coquitlam, Canada at City of Coquitlam
Title: Lead Hand Forest Management
Company: City of Coquitlam
Location: Coquitlam, Canada
Category:
Lead Hand Forest Management
Regular Full-Time
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems.
Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you.
The City has an opening for a Lead Hand Forest Management in the Urban Forestry Operations team in the Parks Division. Reporting to the Natural Areas Supervisor, the Lead Hand Forest Management will implement a range of forest management activities and community engagement initiatives. These activities include invasive plant species removals, habitat restoration plantings, community stewardship projects, monitoring of forested areas, and data entry related to monitoring.
The Lead Hand will supervise a small crew of seasonal labourers who will assist with these activities. This position works Tuesday to Saturday and works with volunteers, community groups, local businesses and school groups to maintain and enhance the City’s forested areas.
Minimum Qualifications
- Sound knowledge of local ecosystems, native and invasive plant species identification and habitat restoration practices.
- A diploma in biology, forestry or natural resource management; experience with habitat restoration and enhancement is an asset.
- Possess Pesticide Applicator Certification; candidates without certification may be considered provided they complete certification during probationary period at their own expense.
- A Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia with a satisfactory driving report.
Preferred Qualifications
What We Offer
This CUPE position has an hourly rate of $37.15.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in a variety of learning and development opportunities. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive work environment and supporting the needs of employees. Employees may request accommodation for the application and recruitment process. Applicants may be required to undergo a police information check.
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