Forest Resource Technician

Nakiiwin Azhiaaksen
Employment Opportunity
Forest Resource Technicians (3)
(pending funding availability)

The Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (WUT) Department of Lands and Natural Resources (DLNR) is seeking applications from qualified individuals to apply for 3 positions of Forest Resource Technician.   Under the direction of the Director of Lands & Natural Resources, the Forest Resource Technicians will be trained in Forest Carbon Plot Inventory and other forest related technician duties. Responsibilities within this position are flexible and may be adjusted according to experience and community needs and priorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partake in training on Forest Carbon Plot Inventory; requires learning tree identification, tree diameter measuring, aging and height estimations;
• Learn how to use a Global Positioning System (GPS) and compass;
• Data collection of various natural resource values within Wiikwemkoong and Point Grondine;
• Carry out field data surveys using a Global Positioning System and Data Tablet, as required;
• Assists other DLNR programs as requested;

REQUIREMENTS

• Must meet Wii ni n’guch-tood L.M.S. Individual Eligibility Requirements;
• Client must pre-register with the W.L.M.S. by completing a Client Consent to Data Disclosure Form, a Request for Client Support Form and providing an up to date resume
• Grade 12 Diploma, Post secondary diploma or degree in Geography, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Willingness to become familiar and/or functional understanding of GIS software and Microsoft Office applications, Global Positioning System, Data Collection Tablet;
• Excellent communication skills and ability to prepare and deliver presentations if required.
• Ability to speak Anishnaabemowin or a willingness to learn.
• Current Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.

Salary: $59,916.00

Posted:  May 29, 2026                                                  Closing Date:   June 12, 2026    2:00 pm         

Interested applicants, please submit your application with a cover letter, current resume, three work related references, one from the most recent employer, and copies of accreditations to:

Confidential: Forest Resource Technician Employment Opportunity

Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory

19A Complex Drive, P.O. Box 112

Wiikwemkoong, ON    P0P 2J0

erc@wiikwemkoong.ca

Please submit copies as there is no return of submissions. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. While we thank all interested applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted