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The Essex Region Conservation Authority is seeking a
FORESTRY & OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN
(One Year Temporary Vacancy with possibility of extension)
The Forestry & Operations Technician provides overall support of the Authority’s tree planting and habitat restoration program,
and assists in the management and operations of Conservation Areas and other Conservation Lands.
Responsibilities
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Assists in the preparation of tree planting and restoration sites, actively plants trees and engages in other beneficial silvicultural
practices to ensure the success of tree planting and habitat restoration projects
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Completes herbicide applications at tree planting and habitat restoration sites, and ERCA properties, including applications
associated with site preparation, seedling survival, and nuisance/noxious weed control
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Coordinates ERCA’s seed collection program, including seed forecasting, collection, cleaning, shipping and storage, liaison with
private sector nursery partners and ensuring appropriate propagation of seed to seedling stock at the nurseries
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Assists with the preparation of tree planting and habitat restoration plans, compiling plant material orders, tree distribution,
monitoring, and related activities consistent with ERCA's Clean Water ~ Green Spaces programs
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Assists in development of forest management plans and providing forestry-related evaluation and input to municipal projects and
on private lands
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Assists with ERCA education and outreach activities that promote tree planting and habitat restoration activities
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Assists with the maintenance of Conservation Lands in accordance with ERCA standards and procedures
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Directs and monitors Term and Special Grant employees
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Performs other related duties and responsibilities consistent with the position as required
Requirements
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Diploma in the forestry or related environmental science discipline
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Well developed written and verbal communication skills
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Familiarity with tree planting and farm equipment, and ability to work in both an office environment and out of doors
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Provincial Forestry and Agriculture Pesticide licence or ability to obtain these licences within 6 months
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Certified Seed Collector or ability to obtain these licences within 6 months
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Managed Forest Plan Approver in good standing with the Ministry of Natural Resources preferred
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Minimum of one year relevant experience in the field of forest restoration
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Moderate to heavy lifting and ability to perform physically demanding tasks is required
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Must possess an MTO Class “A” Restricted Driver’s licence in good standing
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Criminal Record Check/Police Clearance
Working Conditions
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Typically M-F 8:30am to 4:00 pm. Seasonal extended hours and work on weekends is required to support the tree planting
programs and field operations.
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Hazards and Risks: Work with tree planting and related equipment (tractors, mechanized tree planters, all terrain vehicles, and
pesticides) and potential exposure to hazard trees, noxious vegetation and insect bites
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Environmental conditions: Work is primarily performed outdoors, with potential exposure to significant heat and cold, requiring
prolonged standing/ walking, negotiation of obstacles, and bending or stooping
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Occasional schedule changes and overtime on short notice, especially during spring tree planting
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CUPE Local 3784
Full Time, (One Year Temporary Vacancy with possibility of extension)
Typically M-F 8:30 am to 4:00 pm; extended hours during peak season
March 27, 2015
April 10, 2015
4:30 p.m.
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Receiving Applications
360 Fairview Avenue West, Suite 311, Essex, ON
Start Rate $24.26/hour with standardized grid increases based on paid hours
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Beth Johnston, Accounting Technician
360 Fairview Avenue West, Suite 311, ESSEX, ON N8M 1Y6
careers@erca.org
ERCA is an equal opportunity employer.
We thank all applicants in advance; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.