Restoration Field Technician

  Job Title: Restoration Field Technician Location: This is an Alberta-based position, in-office or hybrid within the Edmonton or Calgary area. Company: Silvacom Ltd.   The Role: You will play a key role in solving complex environmental and land management challenges across Canada. Working within our Energy & Environment team, you will support a diverse portfolio of projects for clients in the municipal, forestry, oil and gas, utility, government, and broader resource sectors.  This position combines both field and office responsibilities. You will help carry out habitat restoration and reclamation projects on the ground, from site preparation and planting through to monitoring and data collection. It suits someone who enjoys physical outdoor work, learning restoration techniques in the field, and working closely with project teams, contractors, and equipment operators.   What You'll Do: Assist with habitat restoration planning, implementation, and monitoring programs Conduct field assessments and collecting environmental, vegetation, and geospatial data  Assist field operations, equipment operators, and contractors during implementation  Monitor restoration and reclamation sites to track vegetation establishment, survival, and site recovery  Record field observations and prepare technical reports, maps, presentations, and regulatory documentation  Coordinate day-to-day field tasks, schedules, and contractors  Support client engagement and stakeholder communications  Contribute to continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge development within the team    What you Bring: Demonstrated interest in habitat restoration, reclamation, or revegetation, with a desire to build field skills Demonstrated ability and willingness to work safely in remote field environments and varying weather conditions  Experience conducting fieldwork related to forestry, environmental monitoring, restoration, or natural resource projects  Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams  Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills  High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow professionally  Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications  Experience with GIS software (QGIS, ArcGIS, or equivalent) would be considered an asset  Project coordination or project management experience would be considered an asset    Preferred Assets: Experience working in environmental operations and with equipment operators Experience with revegetation, planting, seeding, or reclamation work Silviculture experience Experience operating ATVs/UTVs, snowmobiles, or other off-road equipment  Valid First Aid certification  Drone pilot certification    Academic Qualifications: Undergraduate degree or diploma in forestry, environmental science, ecology, natural resource management, environmental planning, agriculture, geography, GIS, or a related discipline  Eligible for or working toward a professional designation such as:  RPF, RPFT, P.Bio., P.Ag., EP, or equivalent   Working Conditions: Field work may involve travel to project sites across Alberta / Western Canada, including remote locations, for periods of up to 10 days at a time Fieldwork can involve working in variable weather, walking over uneven terrain, and carrying equipment Reasonable physical fitness is required for the field portions of the role A valid Class 5 driver's licence and a satisfactory driver's abstract are required A company vehicle will be provided for field travel Overnight stays in field or camp accommodations may be required during active field seasons   Compensation:  We offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and a company-sponsored RRSP plan.