GIS Technician

Cabin Resources Management Ltd. has built a foundation of experience and dedication to quality and innovative solutions in four main divisions: forestry, wildfire, heritage and geospatial. We are currently looking to add a GIS Technician to our company.

Responsibilities: 

As a GIS Technician you will be responsible for the following:

• Capturing, converting, editing and maintaining spatial data for multi-phase timber
  development contracts.


• Spatial and tabular data entry into government corporate databases and systems.


• Interpreting and visualizing remote sensing data including, LiDAR, satellite and
  drone data.


• Production of mapping products including; Recce Maps, Site Plans, Cruise Maps
  and Appraisal Maps.


• Conducting spatial analysis in support of timber development such as MDWR
  analysis, ECA calculations and visual impact assessments.


• Work with forestry planners to develop customized geospatial solutions and
  automate repetitive tasks.

What we are looking for: 

• Degree or diploma in Geographic Information Systems or an equivalent combination
  of education and experience.


• 1-2 years’ experience working on timber development contracts or with a forest
  licensee


• Demonstrated experience editing, manipulating and interpretating GPS data in
  relation to forestry cut block development.


• Understanding of spatial data standards and how to apply them to specific contracts.


• Experience working in an LRM environment, including versioning.


• Experience utilizing QGIS, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Web Applications.


• Demonstrated technical aptitude, keeping informed on the latest geospatial
  technology and respective applications to the natural resource sector.


• Exceptional ability to communicate with multiple team members


• Demonstrated organizational skills related to data archiving, change tracking,
  structure, and other management standards.


• Domain knowledge of forestry: understanding of forest management and forest
  ecology and the ability to interpret a forest policy and management guidance in
  spatial and quantitative analysis.

What we offer:

• A positive, dynamic and inclusive work environment for everyone


• Wage and biannual profit share based on experience, competency, safety and length of
  service


• Training and professional development allowance


• Extended medical and dental benefits


• RRSP contributions after one year of service


• Flexible holidays and 20 cm snow rule for winter shredding

Cabin is committed to LGBTQ2+ inclusion in the workplace by creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone. Cabin is also proud to provide professional services which support the rights and title of First Nations and be active partners in reconciliation in all our work.

Whether you are looking for a full-time career or a seasonal position, apply today, or contact
our HR Coordinator at [email protected] for more information.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will
be contacted.