Restoration Technicians - Surrey, Canada - British Columbia Conservation Foundation

British Columbia Conservation Foundation

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Surrey, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The British Columbia Conservation Foundation (BCCF) is seeking
two crew members to assist with riparian restoration work in the Koksilah Watershed.

The restoration work is part of the Farmland Advantage Program.

Farmland Advantage is a research and development project that works with farmers to conserve and enhance critical, natural values of their riparian areas.

We adopt an interdisciplinary approach using bioengineering techniques and native species planting to restore the natural functions of the land.

The program was introduced to the Koksilah watershed in 2021 and has expanded since then to other regions.

Our efforts so far have helped restore 7,288 m2 | 78,450 ft2 of riparian habitat on Vancouver Island in partnership with local First Nations and our agricultural community.

After a successful two years of restoration initiative, we care about building local capacity.

If you like the outdoors, want to learn more about habitat preservation and restoration, and want to have a fun and rewarding experience, we want to hear from you

LOCATION OF JOB:
Koksilah Watershed, Vancouver Island, BC

TERM:
ASAP to October 31st, 2023 (dependent on weather and soil conditions)

SALARY:
$21-$25 per hour, (commensurate with experience), plus 4% vacation pay paid out hourly

HOURS OF WORK PER WEEK:
Up to 7.5 hours per day and a max of 30 hours per week

JOB DESCRIPTION:

You will work outdoors on farmland in the Koksilah watershed, restoring the natural functions and health of riparian areas.

The position will involve working up to a maximum of 4 days/week, to a maximum of 7.5 hours per day for a total of 26 working days, with the potential for extension based on restoration needs.

You will work with the Project Lead, Elodie Roger, of Origins Environmental Services, and be supported by BCCF Project Coordinator, Lisa Limerick.

Tasks include:

Native species planting
Removal and management of invasive species
Installation of tree guards
Installation of natural bioengineering structures to enhance bank stability
Procurement of supplies as required
Watering and monitoring newly planted sites as needed
Record data to map and document restoration work
Possibility of identifying new restoration sites
Native and invasive plant identification
Assist project lead with specific tasks as needed
Have an interest in nature, conservation, restoration of natural ecosysetms and traditional systems
Be fit to work outdoors
Have a valid driver's license
Ability to work independently

- (Optional) Be knowledgeable about native and invasive species
- (Optional) Have a valid occupational first aid certification
- (Optional) Have experience leading teams/crews

No restoration experience is required as training can be provided on-site.

You will be responsible for commuting to the crew meeting point daily. Transportation from the crew meeting point to job sites will be provided. Mileage is reimbursed should your personal vehicle be used for any project support.

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The British Columbia Conservation Foundation (BCCF) is committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce that is representative of women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with different abilities and members of visible minorities._
BCCF undertakes to identify and remove any discriminatory policies and practices found in the recruitment, selection and hiring, promotion, training, retention and termination of employees in all levels and categories of employment._
COVID19: While we at BCCF do not currently have a mandatory COVID19 vaccine policy in place, some of our clients have enacted mandates that stipulate vaccination requirements be met by both their workers and their contractors. In light of this, some BCCF workers, contractors and volunteers—i.e., those who are or will be conducting work in spaces where our clients' mandates are enforced—will be required to be fully vaccinated before they will be allowed to enter any of the mandateaffected worksites or risk being prevented from conducting the work, unless a properly supported Human Rights exemption applies._
In order to be compliant, some BCCF workers will be asked by a BCCF employment or contract representative to provide proof of vaccination status in order to facilitate their right and safe access to premises, worksites, or spaces that are affected by our clients' mandates. If you are one of our workers who will be directly affected by these vaccination policies, you will be contacted by a BCCF employment representative who will offer details and further direction surrounding your access to affected sites. Please do not attempt to go to mandateaffected worksites without first speaking with your BCCF representative._
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