Nupqu Resource Limited Partnership, associated with Ktunaxa Enterprises Ltd, is a growing First Nations owned business. With offices in Cranbrook, Castlegar and Fernie, BC, Nupqu conducts a wide variety of work: providing environmental, biological, archaeological, forestry, contract management and safety related consulting services to a variety of clients throughout the Ktunaxa Traditional Territory. We are currently seeking highly motivated, organized, and responsible individual to join our team in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
Nupqu is seeking a sawyer to join the vegetation management crew. This is a full-time, seasonal position based out of Cranbrook. This position will report to the Forestry Project Manager. The work schedule will be Monday to Friday, up to 10 hours per day including travel. The successful candidate will need to have the following experience, traits, and qualifications:
- Experience carrying out vegetation management such as utility right-of-way clearing, land clearing, and wildfire fuel reduction
- Experienced basic chainsaw operator; certificate required
- Must have personal industrial chainsaw. Daily saw allowance provided when applicable
- High emotional intelligence, respectful, and motivating
- Effective oral and written (email) interpersonal communication skills
- Be a problem solver, willing to learn, and safety-oriented team player
- Willing to work in remote field locations under all weather conditions with a positive attitude. Tell us about your outdoor recreation
- Capable of using a tablet in the field to complete digital forms and for navigation
- Valid Drivers License required. Applicants without a valid driver’s license will not be considered
- Wildlife Danger Tree Assessor certificate is a valued asset
- UTV certificate and Intermediate First Aid are assets
Nupqu offers competitive salaries, benefits, training, professional development, equipment allowances, and opportunities for advancement. The varied departments at Nupqu offer opportunities to work in or with other departments to create year-round employment.
As we strive to provide employment opportunities, we encourage Ktunaxa citizens and other Indigenous peoples to identify themselves in their application.
Pay: $23.50 per hour
Flexible language requirement:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cranbrook, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
