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Business: Cayoose Creek Indian Band
Email: adminassistant@cayoosecreek.ca
Phone: 250-256-4136
Address: Box 484, Lillooet BC, V0K 1V0
Website: https://cayoosecreek.ca/

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POSITION: Seasonal Forestry Labourers
WORK HOURS: Full time Seasonal Position
REPORTS TO: Field Supervisor
SUPERVISES: None
Job Summary:
Cayoose Creek Band is seeking highly motivated physically fit, experienced forestry (fuel management) labourers to assist with wildfire mitigation. This demanding role requires a commitment to safety and ability to perform essential job functions in a variety of challenging environmental conditions.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follows all safety protocols and procedures especially those related to outdoor hazards and extreme weather events while collaborating with team members on all aspects of fuel management;

• Operate and maintain equipment in a safe and efficient manner while adhering to all workplace safety policies, procedures and regulations, including proper handling and use of PPE;

Skills and Experience

• Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, bending and kneeling for extended periods of time;

• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy materials up to 50 lbs frequently;

• Manual dexterity and physically able to handle tools and equipment effectively in all conditions;

• Willingness to work extended shifts, weekends, holidays as required by operational needs;

• Previous experience in fuel management;

• Physically fit and knowledgeable about working in adverse weather conditions;

Qualifications:

• Experience with forestry or ecological restoration work;

• Occupational First Aid Level 1 and Class 5 Drivers License;

• Criminal Record Check required

NOTES:

• All applicants must submit their resume, cover letter, and three references.

• Cayoose Creek is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Indigenous, Metis or Inuit heritage. Candidates of Indigenous-identity are encouraged to self-identify on their application or within their cover letter.

Forward your Resume, Cover Letter and Three references to:

Attention: Rhonda Leech, Administrator Email to Admin Assistant: adminassistant@cayoosecreek.ca

Fax: (250) 256-4138 or drop off in person at 810 Highway 99 South, Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0
Application Deadline: Until filled