STO-RE 15R – Operations Technician

Posting Title
STO-RE 15R – Operations Technician

Position Classification
Scientific/Tech Off R15 – Res

Union
GEU

Work Options
On-Site

Location
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$59,015.56 – $66,749.47 annually

Close Date
9/15/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
Forest Improvement and Research management

Job Summary

The Team

The Forest Improvement and Research Management Branch’s mission is to protect, manage and conserve British Columbia’s forest genetic resources through excellence in cone and seed services, research, tree breeding, decision support and client services. It provides critical support for the Chief Forester’s office, and works to understand, protect, and conserve the genetic foundations of B.C.’s public forests. The Branch also manages information systems that track wild stand and orchard seedlots.

The Tree Seed Centre (TSC) processes, tests, registers, stores, and distributes seed used for Crown land reforestation. The TSC also safeguards the provincial seed supply and ensures adequate genetic diversity of tree seed used for reforestation. As well as being a processing and research facility, the TSC serves as the provincial cone and seed repository for the purposes of reforestation as well as an ex situ gene conservation bank. The TSC is the only repository of its kind in BC, and due to the highly valuable nature of its inventory, the TSC has been designated as “Mission Critical”.

For additional information on the Tree Seed Centre of BC please visit us at: Tree Seed Centre – Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)

The Role

As the Operations Technician, you are responsible for carrying out senior technical functions, as well as coordinating the standardization and documentation of operational processes and leading continuous improvement projects to streamline or improve operational processes in cone and seed processing and inventory management. This role demands sound judgement, adaptability, and initiative while working in a cooperative team environment.

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma in a related field such as forestry, natural resource sciences, agriculture, horticulture, botany or allied sciences plus a minimum of two years practical and related experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience such as three years related resource environment experience and relevant job training courses.
• Demonstrated experience in a high volume production environment involving a perishable product and simultaneous technical activities.
• Valid BC Drivers Licence, forklift training certificate, valid level one first aid or the ability to obtain these.
• Working knowledge of conifer and deciduous seed anatomy, morphology, physiology, entomology and pathology.

Proviso

• Frequently lift and carry moderate weights for short distances with occasional use of ladders and stairs, and occasionally lift heavy weights (up to 25 kg) for short distances

For questions regarding this position, please contact marilyn.cherry@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

This position has full time on-site requirements
An eligibility list may be established for permanent positions
Position is located in Surrey
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:

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How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES – A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES- You will need to complete a standard questionnaire.

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Job Category
Natural Resource Sector, Scientific and Technical