Supervisor-Reclamation

Responsibilities:

• Lead and/or coordinate reclamation activities focused on noxious/prohibited weed mitigation and native plant installation for up to 6 personnel. 10 days on, 4 days off shifts.
• Provide skilled physical labour; activities may include backpack spraying, hand pulling, weed-whacking, mechanical removal of vegetation, plant installation, material hauling/handling, driving to/from site, record keeping, safety paperwork.
• Plant identification skills are imperative; must select and only spray undesirable vegetation while leaving native species to grow.
• Collecting and reporting data from the field as required
• Data entry, descriptive technical writing and scientific data interpretation may be required. Project progress tracking.
• Lead a team in a remote setting requiring overnight stays. (Hotels/Accommodation/LOA provided for remote projects)
• Project is in the Banff National Park; crew stays in Canmore.
• Maintains clean driving record.
• Able and willing to drive trucks with trailers and equipment.
• Responsible for truck and trailer, hand tools, and installation materials

Skills:

- Strong background in reclamation, herbicide application and plant knowledge.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions
- Proficient in data entry and computer skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 6 months

Salary: $27.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Supervising: 3 years (preferred)
• Reclamation: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-05-15