Sawman - Firesmart Projects

Sawman – FireSmart Project

Whitehorse, Yukon | ACE Vegetation

ACE Vegetation is currently seeking an experienced Sawman to join our team for a FireSmart project in Whitehorse, Yukon.

Responsibilities

• Safely fall, limb and buck trees
• Remove hazardous trees, brush and vegetation
• Complete thinning and fuel-reduction work
• Operate and maintain chainsaws and related equipment
• Follow FireSmart specifications and ACE Vegetation’s safety procedures
• Work effectively as part of a professional field crew

Qualifications

• Previous professional chainsaw, forestry or vegetation-management experience
• Strong knowledge of safe falling, limbing and bucking practices
• Physically capable of working outdoors in rugged terrain and changing weather conditions
• Valid driver’s licence preferred
• Chainsaw certification and First Aid are considered assets
• Reliable, hardworking and safety-focused
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing

What ACE Vegetation Offers

• Competitive wage based on experience
• Project-based work in the Whitehorse area
• A safety-focused and supportive team environment
• Potential opportunities on future ACE Vegetation projects