2024 Woodlands Summer Students (2)
2024 Woodlands Summer Students (2)
We currently have openings for TWO Woodlands Summer Students.
We are seeking highly motivated summer students to assist with our annual forestry programs. These positions will run from early May to the end of August 2024, with the possibility of extension. Under the supervision of Forest Professionals, the selected candidates will gain hands on experience in all aspects of forestry.
As summer staff, your responsibilities would include, but are not limited to:
Silviculture | Planning & Operations |
Tree Plant Supervision | Harvest and Road Design Layout |
Survival, Establishment, & Performance Surveys | Reconnaissance (wood quality & volume) |
Mountain Pine Beetle Trap Monitoring | Harvest Block, Scaling, & Log Quality Inspections |
Weed Control Program | GPS Data Collection and GIS Data Entry |
Road Patrol | Road & Bridge Maintenance & Inspections |
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Enrolled in a Forestry related post-secondary program
- Enjoy working outdoors with a strong willingness to learn
- Possess a valid Class 5 drivers license and first aid certificate
- Familiarity with ArcMap, MS Word/Excel
- Prior forestry related experience and operation of off-road vehicles (ATV) is considered an asset
Dunkley Lumber Ltd. is a family-owned company with a safety-first mentality. ATV and First Aid training can be provided.
Foothills Forest Products is offering a competitive salary and accommodations to the successful candidates.
If you feel that you would be a good fit, please apply with your resume and cover letter by November 15th, 2023.
Email: “reception_ffp@dunkleylumber.com”
Subject: 2024 Woodlands Summer Student
We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.