Job Description

Position Details: Full Time, Fixed Term (approx. May \xe2\x80\x93 Aug)
Salary: Starting salary at $21/hr, based on a 35-hour work week. Salary for this position will commensurate with each individual\'s education and/or experience as it relates to the position.
Location: Williams Lake, BC
Closing Deadline: April 19, 2024 (11:59PM EDT)What You Will DoDUC in Williams Lake is seeking a Conservation & Restoration Technician to assist with the management and maintenance of wetland habitats throughout the Cariboo region of BC. This position will provide an excellent opportunity to learn about and work in the field of conservation/resource management. The successful candidate will conduct field work at DUC Wetland Conservation Projects and be based in Williams Lake, BC.Day-to-day operation and maintenance of DUC\xe2\x80\x99s projects will include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct inspections, operations, and maintenance of water control structures and dams.
• Perform labour intensive maintenance activities including wading in chest-deep water, removing beaver debris, installing sings, clearing trails, brushing dams, and repairing fences and catwalks; using hands tools, brush saws, and water pumps.
• Use GPS technologies and navigate on backroads to access remote wetland projects and satellite communications devices (Garmin InReach) to ensure safety during field work.
• Detailed data recording of scientific field samples and surveys, and of condition of habitat infrastructure. Data entry in data collections application, and management of digital databases.
• Perform construction tasks on project rebuild sites.
• Assist with wetland file management, photographic databases, and cataloging images.
• Assist with biological habitat surveys, including waterfowl surveys on DUC wetland projects
• Conduct wetland sampling on DUC wetland projects. This will include: collecting water samples, using electronic water quality probes and water level logging equipment, extracting soil cores, identifying wetland plants, and wading in water to collect samples.
• Assist with ongoing habitat restoration projects.

This field-based position will involve heavy lifting, physical work and outdoor work in all weather conditions. Our ideal candidate will be able to take direction and execute tasks in a safe and efficient manner without direct supervision.Requirements

• Pursuing a career in agriculture, engineering technology, biology, plant ecology, environmental science or resource management.
• Valid class 5 BC driver\xe2\x80\x99s license (in good standing) and provide a current driver\xe2\x80\x99s abstract.
• Comfortable with the safe operation of field equipment including: 4WD pickup trucks, ATV/UTV\xe2\x80\x99s, and various power tools.
• Practical field skills and understanding of basic biology, local species, and ecosystems, as well as plant and wildlife identification skills.
• Knowledge of GPS-based technologies, survey techniques and Microsoft suite programs.
• Comfortable working as part of a team or independently.
• Experience being outdoors for extended periods of time, in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed, which may include longer days, evenings and weekends at times.
• Ability to live in Williams Lake, BC and work away for days at a time in company provided accommodation.

Assets

• Relevant certifications including ATV operation safety, First Aid/CPR, WHMIS or other
• Experience driving 4WD pick up trucks, towing/backing a trailer, and ATVs/UTVs.
• Experience using field equipment such as brush saws, chain saws, binoculars, chest waders.
• Experience conducting biological surveys, wading in mud and water, removing woody vegetation, navigating on backroads, working at remote field sites, and working construction are an asset.

Due to external funding requirements for select positions, preference may be given to candidates between ages 15 and 30, who are legally entitled to work in Canada.While Ducks Unlimited Canada would like to thank all applicants, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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