Ecological Restoration Technician

Pauquachin First Nation is seeking to hire an Ecological Restoration Technician. Operating under the direct supervision of the Marine Manager (Manager) and under the Marine Operations Supervisor, Marine Fisheries Supervisor or the Marine Scientific Supervisor for guidance, scheduling and direction for day-to-day activities, the Ecological Restoration Technician works on traditional food shellfish and water quality restoration efforts related to increasing accessibility to the marine environment by the Pauquachin First Nation.

Education and Experience

· Degree or diploma in a related discipline such as Ecological Restoration, Ecosystem Restoration, Restoration of Natural Systems, or Biological Sciences;

· Experience in methodologies and processes for shellfish-specific restoration and monitoring;

· Experience interpreting survey results;

· Experience in water quality improvement methods and restoration tactics in estuarine or marine environments.

· Experience working with cross-functional groups;

· Experience developing and presenting reports;

· Experience working with a First Nation organization an asset;

· Experience operating navigation aids and software such as Tide and Current Tables, GIS, GPS, sonar, radar and navigation software or the willingness to undergo training;

· Experience operating power boats up to 15 tons or 12 meters or willingness to undergo training;

· Must possess or undergo training for the following certificates: Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP); Restricted Radio Telephone Operator/VHF; MED-SDVBS (Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety), and Marine First Aid certificates;

· Valid Class 5 driver’s license, a clean driver’s abstract and reliable vehicle is required;

· Valid WHMIS, standard first aid and CPR certificates or the willingness to undergo training;

· Clean criminal record check required.

Why work with the Pauquachin First Nation?

By working with Pauquachin First Nation you will make an impact on the lives of our community and on the sustainability of the Salish Sea. We offer competitive compensation, extended health benefit and registered pension plans, and a dynamic and friendly workplace.

Preference may be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry and/or having knowledge of the Hul’q’umi’num’ culture and traditions.

For further information about the Pauquachin First Nation and our Marine Department please visit www.pauquachin.ca.

Thank you for your interest in this position, only those short listed will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $68,000.00-$72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-27