Natural Resources Technician

We're Hiring for the 2026 Field Season

Natural Resources Technician

Job Type: Hourly, Seasonal

Work Location(s): Prince George, BC, Fort St. John, BC, Fort St. James, BC, Whitehorse, YT

Salary Range: $26.75 to $32.91

Join us in protecting natural, environmental, and cultural resources

Travel to beautiful landscapes and potentially work on projects all over Western Canada

About Ecofor

Ecofor Consulting Ltd. is a natural and cultural resource management company, with offices in British Columbia, the Yukon, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. Founded in 1996, Ecofor has steadily grown to meet the demands of our clients who include private contractors, developers, landowners, government agencies, First Nations, and Indigenous organizations.

Our team provides expertise in a broad range of disciplines in the biological, environmental, and social sciences. We specialize in fisheries, wildlife, aquatic and terrestrial resources, environmental management, archaeology and cultural resources, land use planning, ground penetrating radar, and forestry.

For more information about us, including our projects, please visit

What Your Day Will Look Like

As a Natural Resources Field Technician, you will assist with field work in support of natural resource projects under the guidance of Crew Leads, Senior Biologists, Subject Matter Experts, and Project Managers. You will help with field preparation, surveying, and data collection, contributing to environmental assessments and compliance monitoring. Your role includes gathering and analyzing environmental data, maintaining accurate and well-organized records, and ensuring all documentation is properly stored. You'll work collaboratively with team members to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to high professional standards. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop hands-on skills in environmental fieldwork, data management, and regulatory compliance within the natural resources sector.

What You'll be Responsible for

• Assist in conducting field surveys to gather data on natural resource projects.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of environmental data to ensure compliance with regulations and client requirements.
• Maintain field equipment and ensure its proper use.
• Work in collaboration with local First Nations.
• Fostering positive relationships with local communities, Indigenous groups, governmental agencies and other partners.
• Promoting a strong safety culture and working collaboratively within Ecofor's corporate culture.

What Will Help You Succeed:

Our ideal candidate is pursuing or has recently completed a diploma or bachelor's degree in a natural science field, with a combination of education and experience also considered. You bring a strong interest in environmental fieldwork and natural resource management, along with knowledge of federal and provincial environmental regulations and familiarity with common field equipment. You are an effective communicator with strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail in data collection, analysis, and reporting. You are proficient in Microsoft Office applications, and experience with GIS or database management is an asset. You are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in outdoor and physically demanding conditions. Above all, you are eager to learn, contribute to environmental projects, and build a foundation for a career in the natural resources field.

Position requires: Criminal Record Check, Valid Driver's License

Language Requirement: Fluent in English

Lastly, you will be joining us with the passion to contribute and believe in the work that we do.

You don't need to meet every listed qualification to make a meaningful impact on our team. If the opportunity at Ecofor excites you and you're inspired by what we do, we encourage you to apply, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

At Ecofor, we know that our people are our greatest strength. That's why we're committed to a total rewards philosophy that goes beyond competitive pay.

When you join Ecofor you can expect:

• Competitive wages that recognize your skills and contributions
• Opportunities for meaningful work that aligns with your values
• Room to grow through professional development and career advancement
• A people-first culture where connection, collaboration and well-being come first.

Wage Range: This is an Hourly position with atarget hiring range of $26.75 to $32.91 per hour. Final placement within this range will typically be between the minimum and midpoint and is determined based on each candidate's unique combination of skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. We also consider factors such as market conditions and internal equity to support fair and transparent compensation practices.

Location: The successful candidates must reside in or be willing to move to one of the locations mentioned above.

Our Values

Ecofor's mission is to create lasting value beyond individual projects by building trusted partnerships rooted in professionalism, efficiency and integrity. Centering people in everything we do, we help enrich communities and protect the environment for generations to come.

We are a safety-first company. We are committed to creating and maintaining a safe work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Ecofor values diversity and will consider all applicants for employment without attention to race, religion, age, gender identity, nationality, or sexual orientation.

We respectfully recognize and acknowledge the relationships that First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada have with the land all Canadians live on and enjoy.

Ecofor: Why We're Here

It is such an honor to be able to visually narrate Ecofor Consulting's beautifully inspiring and motivating stories, as well as a unique adventurous experience that was unforgettable Take a look at this amazing episode where the owner of Ecofor, Kevin Wilson, takes us on outdoor exploration and tells us what he had to do to achieve their goal of success:

If our values resonate with you — apply today

Job ID Numbers:

• – Prince George, BC
• – Fort St. John, BC
• – Fort St. James, BC
• – Whitehorse, YT

Please apply online at or send your resume and cover letter by December 31, 2025. Please include the Job ID number(s) you are applying for in your cover letter/ resume. We wish to thank everyone for their interest in Ecofor; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.75-$32.91 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week

Work Location: In person