Gis & Natural Resource Technician
2 months ago
**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 work 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, then this position may be for you.
**HOW TO APPLY**
- Subject line should read: “Application for GIS & Natural Resource Technician”
**DUTIES (may include depending on experience and interest)**
- Block boundary and road layout: identify and classify
environmental values, conduct species at risk surveys, identify AOC (areas of
concern), determine sensitive sites for winter harvest or modified prescriptions
in regards to operability
- 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: Highschool diploma
- 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.
Eligibility requirements of the program can be found here at the link below and are defined as:
- New entrants into the workforce, **are transitioning to a new career in a new field**, or the unemployed or underemployed who are entering a new field;
- Have not previously participated in a NOHFC-funded internship;
- Are at least 18 years of age; and
- Reside, and be legally entitled to work, in Canada.
**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
Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Bonus pay
**Benefits**:
- Automobile allowance
- Flexible schedule
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
**Experience**:
- surveying: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Application deadline: 2024-10-15
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