Job Description

The Opportunity

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), a leader Canadian habitat conservation, is seeking a highly motivated student to fill the summer Engineering Conservation Technician position in The Pas, Manitoba.

Duties may include:

You will be responsible for assisting construction and engineering staff with survey and project repairs, annual project engineering inspections, project drafting, and shop & equipment maintenance.

Day-to-day operation and maintenance of DUC\xe2\x80\x99s wetland projects, which may include operating control structures, unregulated dam inspections, recording water levels, installing safety signs, hand removal of beaver dams, and planning field activities within a team environment.

This position, which will be based from our office in The Pas, Manitoba, involves physical work, heavy lifting and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Our ideal candidate will be able to take direction and execute in a safe and efficient manner without direct supervision.

Additional Details

• Available for work between mid-May and late-August (approximately 15 -17 weeks)
• Full-time student between the ages of 17 and 30
• The position is based on funding where the successful candidate must be a full-time student in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full time basis in the next academic year

Requirements

• Knowledge of optical survey techniques
• Arcmap, familiarity with GPS data collectors and previous use of topographic maps an asset
• Ability to work flexible hours with a strong work ethic
• Experience towing trailers, and operating an ATV an asset
• Experience working around heavy equipment an asset.
• Basic knowledge of Teams, Outlook, Microsoft Excel and Word
• Comfortable working as part of a team or independently
• Valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license; some travel within Northern & Southern MB
• Must have a passion for conservation, the environment, the outdoors & safety.

How to Apply

Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if making a difference is important to you.

Salary Range: $23 - $25

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