Spectrum Resource Group

The Position: Pile Burning Technician

Type: Seasonal

Reports To: Project Coordinator

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.

Why Wright Canada Holdings:

• A Company Culture of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship
• $21.50 per pack plus vacation pay and statutory holiday pay.
• Potential for work that extends past the tree-planting season.
• Employee ownership potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follows departmental policies, plans and procedures.
• Helps crew operations with carrying out the requested work according to requirements.
• Loads or unloads materials to be used.
• Handles and transports materials.
• Follows work request plans and instructions from supervisors.
• Travel to cut blocks using a variety of vehicles
• Use of torch to light wood waste piles
• Work areas are assigned by the client over a large geographic region. Frequent travel will be expected.
• Helps to maintain work area, storage area, and equipment in a condition that promotes good safety practices and compliance.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Experience and Knowledge Expectations:

• The physical ability to perform highly demanding role
• The ability to carry 50+ pounds on your back
• Ability to walk rapidly over debris on uneven terrain
• Tree planting or other forestry work experience
• The ability to work well individually and as part of a team
• The ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions
• Decision making skills
• Map reading skills
• Willingness to work, enjoy, and live in a remote setting
• Preparation for work in all weather conditions
• Commitment till the end of August at a minimum.
• A good work ethic, a positive attitude & willingness to contribute

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.