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Lead Hand in Urban Forestry Operations Jobs in Coquitlam, Canada at City of Coquitlam
Title: Lead Hand in Urban Forestry Operations
Company: City of Coquitlam
Location: Coquitlam, Canada
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Shape forest management in Coquitlam as a Lead Hand within the Parks Division. Focus on habitat restoration and community engagement initiatives while supervising a small crew every week.
The City of Coquitlam is seeking a Lead Hand for its Urban Forestry Operations team. This regular full-time position reports to the Natural Areas Supervisor and involves supervising seasonal labourers.
Your role will include invasive species removal, monitoring forested areas, and community stewardship projects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Implement forest management activities effectively
• Supervise a small crew of seasonal labourers
• Conduct invasive plant species removals
• Monitor and restore forest habitats in the community
• Enter data related to forestry monitoring activities
Requirements:
• Knowledge of ecosystems and plant species identification
• Experience supervising a crew in related fields
• Diploma in biology, forestry, or natural resource management
• Pesticide Applicator Certification or willingness to obtain
• Valid BC Driver’s License with satisfactory records
Join the City of Coquitlam to contribute to sustainable forest management and community wellbeing.
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