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Utility Forestry Technician

Key responsibilities include the identification, inspection, and reporting of trees and brush along power line corridors, alongside consulting with landowners and ensuring quality assurance and compliance. The role also requires safeguarding personnel and the public from hazards, enforcing safety practices, and maintaining assigned equipment.

  • On-site
  • Saskatoon, SK
  • Posted Aug 5, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

CNUC OF CANADA The Position: Utility Forestry Technician Type: Full-time Reports To: Regional Supervisor About Us: CNUC, a division of Wright Canada Holdings, provides innovative, economically sensible and environmentally sustainable vegetation management services. Why Wright Canada Holdings: * A Company Culture of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship. * Pay rate of $250- $300 per day, paid hourly. * We provide ALL equipment needed except your CSA Certified Work Boots. * Working shifts of 4 days on and 3 days off. * Year-round employment, not seasonal work. * Compensated travel time, depending on working location, and live out allowance. * Medical and Dental benefits. * Employee Ownership potential. Key Responsibilities: * Identification, inspection, and reporting of trees and brush along power line corridors. * Consultation and consenting with landowners and/or stakeholders. * Complete quality assurance and quality control auditing, inspections, and compliance based on client requirements. * Discuss and negotiate access issues with stakeholders/property owners. * Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area. * Help enforce on-the-job safety practices. * Carry and utilize materials, tools, and equipment at the work site. * Service trucks and equipment. Keep trucks and other assigned equipment in a neat and orderly fashion. Report the need for equipment and truck repairs to the supervisor. * Uphold CNUC core values and maintain a positive work environment. * Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Experience and Knowledge Expectations: * Integrated Resource Management diploma, Forestry Resource Technology diploma, and/or BSc in Forestry and/or one or more years of Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) field-related experience. * Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and Drivers Abstract with less than 6 demerits. * Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug test. * Identification, inspection, and reporting of trees and brush along power line corridors. * Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area. * Must have organizational and prioritization skills. * Must be able to communicate clearly with various stakeholders, including home/ land owners, contractors, and other team members, to ensure proper service delivery and clear reports. Join Our Team: CNUC of Canada 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. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered, and decisions are merit-based. We invite applicants of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, family/marital status, and physical and mental disabilities. We appreciate all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only candidates whose education and experience meet the requirements will be contacted. The posting will remain open until the role is filled.

What you’ll do

Key responsibilities include the identification, inspection, and reporting of trees and brush along power line corridors, alongside consulting with landowners and ensuring quality assurance and compliance. The role also requires safeguarding personnel and the public from hazards, enforcing safety practices, and maintaining assigned equipment.

Requirements

Candidates should possess an Integrated Resource Management diploma, Forestry Resource Technology diploma, or a BSc in Forestry, along with at least one year of Utility Vegetation Management field experience. A valid Class 5 Driver’s License with minimal demerits and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug test are mandatory.

Benefits

• Medical • Dental • Employee Ownership potential

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Identification
  • Inspection
  • Reporting
  • Consultation
  • Consenting
  • Auditing
  • Compliance
  • Negotiation
  • Safety Enforcement
  • Equipment Servicing
  • Organizational Skills
  • Prioritization Skills
  • Clear Communication

Job areas

  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Trades
  • Energy
  • Engineering

Additional details

Minimum education
College diploma
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week