Job Opportunity: Timber Cruiser
Employment Type: Full time, Permanent
Location: Prince George, BC
Compensation: $23/hr - $30/hr
Come Grow with Us! Forsite is hiring for a Timber Cruiser based out of Prince George, BC.
WHO WE ARE
Incorporated in 1987, and as part of the Barr GeoSpatial group of companies, Forsite is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry technology, strategic planning, resource and land management and professional forestry. Forsite has been SAFE certified since 2007 and is committed to growth, innovation and maintaining a safe and respectful working environment.
At Forsite we will excel by being a flexible, adaptable, people-oriented business that grows and profits by creating value for our customers and opportunities for our employees. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.
WHAT WILL YOU DO
The Timber Cruiser is responsible for forest development activities including the development of cruise plans, operational timber cruising, quality control, data summary, the development of final cruise maps, and the compilation of cruise data and deliverables. This is a field focused position, but some office work will be required. Work in other phases of timber development should be anticipated.
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
- A safety conscious attitude
- A minimum of 1 year filling the role of a head timber cruiser in British Columbia
- A thorough understanding of British Columbia Timber Cruising Manual
- Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract is a must
- ATC or ATE accreditation or working towards becoming an ATC or ATE is preferred
- Registration with the FPBC (or eligible for registration) as a professional forester (RPF) and/or forest technologist (RFT) will be considered as an asset
- The participate in previous Northern Interior Cruising Committee and/or Southern Interior Timber Cruising Association workshops will be considered an asset
- Experience with helicopter access will be considered an asset
- Experience in supervising, mentoring, and coaching technical assistants
WHO YOU ARE:
- Team oriented professional with a friendly and courteous manner
- A strong verbal and written communicator
- A problem solver with excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills
- An independent person able to work under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and seasons
LOCATION:
Prince George, located in central British Columbia, is the largest city in the province’s north and known as its "Northern Capital." Situated at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako Rivers, it's surrounded by forests, rivers, lakes, and mountains offering ample outdoor recreation. The city's diverse economy includes forestry, energy, manufacturing, education, and healthcare, with the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) and College of New Caledonia (CNC) as key institutions. With affordable housing and land prices Prince George has one of the lowest costs of living for a city its size in the province. It’s warm and welcoming community makes it an attractive place to live and visit.
Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Forsite provides competitive wages, a solid benefits package, supported professional development and a company matched pension program.
Forsite welcomes applications from everyone and is looking for the most suitable individual with the skills and knowledge to effectively complete the duties required of the position.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, please go to Forsite career page: https://forsite.ca/job-postings/
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Skills Required
- Safety conscious attitude
- Minimum of 1 year filling the role of a head timber cruiser in British Columbia
- Thorough understanding of British Columbia Timber Cruising Manual
- Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract
- Experience supervising, mentoring, and coaching technical assistants
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and seasons
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Problem solving, analytical and critical-thinking skills
- ATC or ATE accreditation or actively working towards ATC/ATE
- Registration with FPBC (eligible for RPF or RFT)
- Participation in Northern Interior Cruising Committee and/or Southern Interior Timber Cruising Association workshops
- Experience with helicopter access
What We Do
Forsite is an integrated geospatial intelligence company operating across Canada and the United States. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including aerial LiDAR acquisition, pipeline patrol and inspection, forest management, wildfire risk science, and environmental analytics. It serves as a single partner for utilities, energy operators, land managers, government agencies, and insurers to obtain the complete intelligence picture their operations depend on.
