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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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Job Summary:
Cayoose Creek Band is seeking highly motivated physically fit, experienced forestry (fuel management) Chainsaw Operator 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:

• Safe cutting, falling, de-branching, and piling of trees and bushes as a team;

• Diligent in ensuring equipment maintenance and care;

• Follows safety protocols & procedures re: outdoor hazards and extreme weather events;

• 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

•  Experience running a chainsaw for extended periods in extreme weather conditions;

• 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;

Qualifications:

• Current chainsaw safety training certification or support of previous supervisor indicating skill level and safety knowledge (verification of certificate or letter required)

• Past successful experience running a chainsaw for extended periods of time

• Experience working safely with a team in the bush in varying weather conditions

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

• Criminal Record Check required

SALARY RANGE: $ 26 – 29 per hour based on qualifications and experience
TERM: 6-month term employment with potential for permanent employment
SCOPE: Seasonal Position, up to 35 Hours Per Week
NOTES:

• 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