Gis & Natural Resource Technician

3 weeks ago


Thunder Bay, Canada Northwest Solutions Inc. Full time

**JOB OPPORTUNITY**

**GIS & Natural Resource Technician**
Location: Thunder Bay, ON & Surrounding Region

We are seeking to hire an intermediate-level natural resource professional with an emphasis on field and GIS-related skills. The person will be a motivated, self-starter who enjoys a variety of tasks and can adapt to a rapidly changing environment. If you enjoy a variety of projects with a flexible work schedule and the option to work remotely, then this position may be for you.

**DUTIES (may include depending on experience and interest)**
- Manage and edit GIS data in a variety of programs (ArcGIS, QGIS, etc)
- Create and edit maps in ArcGIS
- Assist in resource road surveys and planning
- Water crossing assessments for culvert and bridge installations
- Conduct drone surveys for a variety of clients (forestry, mining, etc.)
- Assist in resource planning and Firesmart Planning for communities
- Conduct forest compliance surveys and report compilation
- Set-up, maintenance, and use of all related technology and machinery (ie. mobile mapping, inReach, drone, truck radio, work truck, google suite, laptops, atv, work trailer, etc)

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Minimum education requirement: College diploma in a related field
- G-level driver’s license
- Numeracy skills
- Relevant natural resource experience
- Coachable mindset
- Independent learner and critical thinker
- Enjoys a variety of work tasks - from desk, to field, meetings, equipment maintenance, etc.
- Able to spend multiple days in the field in a variety of conditions
- Be physically fit and able to work in adverse weather
- First-Aid and CPR-A, AED certified
- Relational; our intern will work with clientele
- Confident and communicative
- Accountability for production, timelines and quality of work
- Applicant meets the eligibility requirements for the NOHFC Workforce

Development Stream

This opportunity is proudly supported by **Northern Ontario Heritage Fund**
**Corporation **and is funded through the Workforce Development Program.

**PREFERRED ASSETS**
- Post-secondary degree in a related field
- Experience working with GIS and related software
- Bush-road driving skills considered in asset
- ATV driving experience
- Mechanical skills

**COMPANY OVERVIEW**

Northwest Solutions Inc. provides innovative solutions to the natural resource sector in
Northern Ontario. Northwest Solutions incorporates forestry and environmental services, as well as training and communications consulting services.

Northwest Solutions Inc. has been operating in the Forestry and Natural Resource
Sector since 2014 (incorporated in 2016) and is a Northern Ontario family-owned and operated business. We are innately invested in the success of our clients and always strive to exceed expectations; we are a client-focused and results-oriented team of professionals.

**_Snapshot of our Services:_**:

- _ **Forest Access Road design and costing using LiDAR, 3D imagery and leading GIS and design software**
- Fibre supply planning, sourcing and rate negotiation
- Develop forest access and harvest plans and coordinate their implementation
- Partner with Indigenous organizations in the region to develop community-led natural resource plans and build capacity by providing forest technician and operator training
- Forest compliance monitoring and inspections (FOIPs)
- Map creation using ArcGIS and QGIS platforms
- Block boundary and road layout
- Environmental assessments (EA): wildlife surveys, erosion sedimentation control, etc.

**SALARY**
- Base Salary: $61,240.00 per annum
- Attractive bonus structure
- Competitive mileage program for personal truck use
- Meal per diem for camp work

**HOW TO APPLY**
- Subject line should read: “Application for GIS & Natural Resource Technician”

**Salary**: From $61,240.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Work Location: In person



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