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Urban Forestry Technician

Location: Kelowna, British Columbia
Salary: $48.71 to $51.72

Urban Forestry Technician

Parks Department

Growing strong roots!

Looking for a challenge? The City of Kelowna has an exciting opportunity for an Urban Forestry Technician. The role is responsible for the coordination and management of urban forest and natural areas, which includes trails, wildlife, forest health, wildfire protection planning, stewardship programs, tree protection, and tree inventory.

As a strong communicator and team player with a Degree in Forestry or Natural Resource Management with experience in GIS/ESRI, you will utilize your experience, strong customer service and project management skills to assist with the management of a growing inventory of City-owned natural areas. Applicants must also be eligible to become Registered Professional Forester (RPF) in BC and have a Class 5 Driver’s License.

Help create Kelowna as a City of the Future. Our diverse and dynamic team strives to innovate to make things better, work as one team, serve proudly and lead responsibly. Live, work and play in one of Canada’s fastest growing cities. Kelowna boasts miles of lake access, public areas and outdoor recreation opportunities, a vibrant downtown and cultural scene, healthy and connected neighbourhoods, and a world-renowned College and University. You’re only a quick link to the world via Kelowna International Airport.  

Grow your career in an organization that supports employee work-life balance and career and professional development.  This is a CUPE bargaining unit position with an hourly progression from $48.71 to $51.72 plus employer-paid comprehensive benefits, an earned day off program, paid vacation and one of Canada’s top pension plans.

Apply online at www.kelowna.ca/careers

Applications must be received by end of day March 1, 2024.

Applicants not contacted within three weeks of the closing date are thanked for their interest.

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