Deep Valley Forestry Ltd. is accepting resumes for the position of forest technician. We are based out of Grande Prairie, Alberta. Established in 2007, Deep Valley Forestry Ltd projects include permanent sample plot and post-harvest regeneration plot re-measurements, pre-harvest assessments, mountain pine beetle surveys/quality inspections, long-term research project measurements and block layout.

We are looking for an individual to assist with data collection for our annual growth and yield contracts for the 2016 season.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A willingness to work in adverse weather conditions and a physically demanding environment
  • Post-secondary education in forestry technology and/or related area
  • Basic forestry skills – compassing, tree identification, basic insect and disease identification, forest mensuration
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license
  • Standard First Aid
  • ATV experience an asset
  • Mountain pine beetle survey experience
  • Due to the location of the work, field camping will be required (tenting) – shifts of 4 or 5 days only.
  • Candidate must adhere to company health and safety program
  • Due to nature of work, candidate must be quality driven
  • Wages based on 10 hour work days
  • Minimum 6 month term of employment (May – end of October) with possibility of extension.

Provide references with resume

Salary will commensurate with experience.

Deadline for resumes – February 15th, 2016

Please email resumes and cover letter to dvalley@telus.net

Only those candidates considered will be contacted.

We thank all applicants for their interest