Forestry Field Labourer

4 weeks ago

Burlington, Canada Conservation Halton Full time

**Posting Start Date**: April 21, 2023

**Posting End Date**: May 1, 2023

Contract Type - Contract, Seasonal - Anticipated start mid May 2023

**Flexible work arrangement**: Onsite

**Work location**: Mountsberg Shop - 4052 Milburough Line, Campbellville, ON, LOP 1B0

This position is dependent on Conservation Halton being awarded funding.

Your Opportunity

The Forestry Department team’s role is to provide support and services to both private landowners within the CH watershed and internal client base of Conservation Halton. The Forestry Field Labourer, will be involved in tree planting and maintenance, invasive species and forest management projects.

Reporting to the Forestry Technician Lead, the Field Labourer will assist with:
Implementation of tree planting - planting, survival assessments, outreach, data entry, site preparation and tending
Seed Collection
Forest management - inventory data collection, tree marking, forest pest/disease surveys, property boundary marking
Invasive species management - inventorying, mapping, and pesticide spraying
Work in accordance with Conservation Halton’s Safety Policies & Procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all other related manuals such as Covid-19 PPE protocols
Other duties as assigned.
Your Qualifications
Previous work experience in a related field
Working towards a university degree or college diploma in forestry or forest management
Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends as required
Effective communication skills, both written and oral
Efficient problem solving, multi-tasking and creative thinking skills
Knowledge of local ecosystems
Native Ontario tree, shrub, and plant identification
Green Patch CSA approved safety boots, 6”-8” to cover ankle made of suede or leather material are required
A valid Ontario Drivers Licence, minimum Class “G”, with a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract is required
Experience driving a 4×4 vehicle and towing a trailer is an asset
Able to travel to a site not serviced by public transportation
Eligibility Requirements
Must be a resident of Ontario and legally entitled to work in Canada
Must be between 16 and 30 years of age upon commencement of employment
Your Reward
Starting at $18.74 per hour based on a 40 hour work week
You will work in an inspiring setting with views of the Niagara Escarpment and no traffic lights for several kilometers
You will work with a creative, talented and solutions focused team
You will work for an organization that provides flexible work arrangements and places tremendous value on professional development and wellness of its employees
Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks
Discounts on Conservation Halton services, food and merchandise
Our Core Values

Diversity and Inclusion - We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity.

Learning and Innovation - We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.

Person-Centered Service - We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.

Collaboration - We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.

Sustainability - We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.

Integrity - We make decisions with accountability, transparency and a strong sense of personal responsibility for our choices and actions.

Resilience - We are positive and proud of our ability to quickly and effectively respond to change.

To Apply

A one page cover letter, and your resume in one pdf document

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Conservation Halton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

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