Crew Leader, Ecosystem Management (Planting Team) (Seasonal)
How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
The planting Crew Leader leads a team of 4-5 field staff to implement terrestrial natural cover restoration projects focused on tree and shrub planting. Under the direction of the Environmental Technologist/Coordinator, the crew lead will lead the team planting trees and shrubs at ecological restoration sites across the jurisdiction. This position plays an integral role in the on-ground implementation of natural cover restoration projects, bringing their leadership skills together with their ecological knowledge. Occupational health and safety is a major responsibility of this position.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide on-site leadership, supervision and support as part of a crew implementing tasks within ecological restoration projects to achieve daily targets dependent on stock type:
- 70 Ball & Burlap trees, or;
- 350 potted trees and/or shrubs, or 400 bareroot trees, or;
- 750 bareroot shrubs, or;
- 2000 hand planted tree seedlings;
- Constantly adapt to site condition changes (weather, unexpected scenarios, equipment issues, design issues) including changes in restoration plans
- Operate and maintain machinery and equipment, including RTVs, tractors, and implements, including vehicle preparation and daily safety checks.
- Ensure health and safety measures are met
- Ability to navigate uneven terrain for distances up to 1000m, sometimes in remote locations and in adverse weather.
- Repetitious and strenuous physical activities related to all planting activities including digging, bending, lifting, post-pounding, rodent guarding, mulching, site preparations and carrying plant materials and equipment weighing 25-50lbs.
- Provide general labor support.
- Typical crew lead staff hours range from 7:00am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. Overtime during regularly scheduled shifts may also be required and occasionally on weekends.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications)
- Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in resource management, restoration ecology, environmental sciences, fish and wildlife management or related field.
Experience
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience related to major tasks; experience in ecological restoration, landscaping or related field.
Knowledge/Skill/Ability
- Knowledge of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, fish and wildlife habitat, plant identification and ecology.
- Familiarity with farm and construction equipment, including small tools and larger machinery an asset.
- Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
- Effective problem-solving skills and leadership skills
- Familiarity with mapping natural landscape features and reading maps.
- Standard First Aid an asset.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Computer proficiency with software experience (MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, ArcMap experience an asset).
- Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions.
- Valid Ontario G driver’s license in good standing. Class A (R) license / trailer experience an asset
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member.
- Good physical fitness required for carrying out major responsibilities.
Autres détails
- Type de paie À heure
- Indicateur d'emploi Temporary Contract
- Taux min. à l'embauche 60 285,00 $
- Taux max. à l'embauche 65 360,00 $
- Déplacement requis Oui
- Pourcentage de déplacements 30
- 9755 Canada Company Ave, Woodbridge, ON L4H 0A3, Canada
- Restoration Services Centre, 9741 Canada Company Avenue, Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada