Silviculture worker
Groupement forestier Métis-Neigette Inc
Overview
Languages
French
Education
- No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 to less than 7 months
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work site environment
- Outdoors
- Wet/damp
- Noisy
- Hot
- Cold/refrigerated
Work setting
- Rural area
- Remote location
- Various locations
- Relocation costs not covered by employer
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Graft trees
- Plant seedlings
- Cut weeds and undergrowth
- Select seed cones, pruning trees, and/or assisting in planting surveys
Experience and specialization
Additional sector experience
- Forestry
Area of work experience
- Land clearing
Specialization or experience
- Green economy sector
Additional information
Security and safety
- Driver’s validity licence check
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver’s licence
- Own transportation
- Willing to travel regularly
- Travel expenses not paid by employer
- Public transportation is not available
- Own vehicle
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Physically demanding
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Large workload
- Walking
Weight handling
- Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Safety equipment/gear
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Hard hat
- Safety glasses/goggles
- Safety harness
- Gloves
Personal suitability
- Judgement
- Team player
Benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
- Bonus
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Team building opportunities