Reforestation Support Staff- Tlicho Community Partnership

Wright Canada Holdings Ltd is seeking seasonal Reforestation Support Staff for the Tlicho Community Partnership. This role involves supporting reforestation crews, conducting safety inspections, and maintaining equipment in remote bush camps. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and prefer those with first aid certification. The job requires physical stamina and the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment. Only Tlicho First Nation members are eligible for this position.
Spectrum Resource Group The Position: Reforestation Support Staff Type: Seasonal Reports To: Reforestation Crew Leader About Us: Spectrum Resource Group (SRG), a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, Spectrum Resource Group is an integrated vegetation management (IVM) solutions provider with expertise in vegetation management, forest management, and reforestation. We provide these services to federal, provincial, regional, local and Indigenous governments, to the forestry, energy, mines, petroleum, transportation and utility sectors, and to numerous regional invasive species organizations across Canada. SRG is committed to promoting equity and diversity within our teams. In partnership with local communities, this job posting and open position is specifically for folks of the Tlicho First Nation, which includes the Behchoko, Whati, Gameti and Wekweeti Communties. Only candidates from this community will be hired into this position. For any other open positions, please see our website. Why Wright Canada Holdings: A Company Culture of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship An hourly rate of $25.00 plus vacation pay and statutory holiday pay. Spectrum Camps are remote bush camps that have a kitchen with meals provided, dining tents, bathrooms, shower facilities, first aid rooms, drinking water and Starlink internet access. Potential for work that extends past the tree-planting season. Key Responsibilities: Support crews as directed by supervisor Complete safety tasks such as quality inspections, sample/audit plots, worksite inspections, drill participation, and review of OH&S documentation. Organize equipment before, during and after shifts, inspecting and maintaining as needed Participate in daily tailgate meetings, assess worksites for hazards, inspect vehicles and equipment, ensure first aid requirements are being met and document accordingly. Lead camp set up and take down Maintain work area, storage area, and equipment in a condition that promotes good safety practices and in compliance. Inspect vehicles and equipment as required. Support in leading crews, special planting missions, and planting trees as needed. Walk long distances Load/unload and transport boxes of seedlings while maintaining best practices for stock handling. Safely operate large pick-up trucks and all-terrain vehicles on resource roads Other duties as required Experience and Knowledge Expectations: A valid Class 5 Driver's License, or equivalent, and a current Driver’s Abstract would be considered an asset. Preference may be given to candidates holding a valid Intermediate or Advanced First Aid certification, or equivalent. Commitment to spring and summer plant (Early May to mid-August). Experience driving pick-up trucks pulling ball-hitch trailers and operating all-terrain vehicles. Competent with technology, handheld devices, and software such as Avenza Maps, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced, and ever-changing environment. Willingness to work, enjoy, and live in a remote setting. Self-motivated and the ability to work well individually and as part of a team. The physical ability to perform highly demanding role with the ability to carry 50+ pounds. English language proficiency (read, write, oral comprehension). Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required for safety sensitive positions including positions with driving responsibilities. Join Our Team: SRG is a business unit of an employee-owned company formed in 2017, known as Wright Canada Holdings (WCH). The Wright family of companies, established in 1933 in the United States, includes Wright Tree Service®, Wright Outdoor Solutions®, Eocene Environmental Group℠, Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Wright Tree Service of the West, Wright Tree Service of Puerto Rico, Wright Canada Holdings and commonly seen brands, such as Spectrum Resource Group, ArborCare and Verdure Elements. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Posting will remain open until the role is filled. An employee-owned company formed in 2017, Wright Canada Holdings is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of Spectrum Resource Group, Wright Tree Service of Canada, ArborCare® and CNUC of Canada. Our operations and clientele stretch across Canada from British Columbia to New Brunswick. Together as a family of companies, we provide integrated vegetation management, consulting and operations, and other outdoor services in Canada. Wright Tree Service of Canada offers the entire package of vegetation management services, including integrated vegetation management, storm restoration, work planning services to utility companies and their communities across Canada. ArborCare® provides commercial and residential tree and lawn care services in Calgary. Assisting utilities in improving their utility vegetation management programs through inspection and auditing services, emergency response, consulting, and research, often combined with software and LiDAR solutions in Canada. Spectrum Resource Group is an integrated vegetation management solutions provider with expertise in reforestation, vegetation management and forest management. They provide these services to federal, provincial, regional, local and Indigenous governments, to the forestry, energy, mines, petroleum, transportation and utility sectors, and to numerous regional invasive species organizations across Canada.