Tree Care – Planting Operations Support at Kent Building Supplies
Kent Building Supplies · Fredericton, Canada · Onsite
- Office in Fredericton
Are you someone who thrives in the outdoors, enjoys physical work, and wants to be part of a team that’s making a real environmental impact? Our Tree Care team is essential to the success of our summer planting operations. These roles provide critical support to our tree planters and Crew Leaders, helping ensure smooth, efficient, and safe operations in the field.
This is a dynamic, hands-on position ideal for motivated self-starters who are ready to take on a variety of tasks and contribute to a meaningful mission—growing the future, one tree at a time.
Position Type: Seasonal
Location: Field-based (various planting sites)
Salary: Minimum $1125/week (may vary based on experience)
Positions Available: Multiple
Responsibilities
- Support Crew Leaders and planters with daily operational tasks
- Set up and manage caches for tree storage and supplies
- Deliver trees to planting sites and manage inventory of full and empty tree trays
- Water trees and monitor hydration needs in the field
- Maintain and troubleshoot equipment (skidders, pumps, vehicles)
- Assist with logistical coordination and field communications
- Ensure safety and efficiency in all aspects of field operations
Qualifications
- Tree planting experience is considered a strong asset
- Valid Class 4 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract
- Physically fit and able to perform demanding outdoor tasks
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to safety and quality
About Company
At Irving Woodlands, we take pride in our role as stewards of the land. Focused on rigorous and sustainable land management, Irving Woodlands is guided by an 80-year management plan that preserves the environmental and ecological integrity of our land, air, water and wildlife.
Irving Woodlands maintains an engaged team of over 1,600 employees, contractors, seasonal workers and students who are dedicated to research, conservation and continuously improving our forest management practices and long-term business results. Our multi-faceted team trains, develops and builds long-term, rewarding careers in all aspects of forestry, from tree nurseries and tree improvement to research and environmental management. Our forestry professionals, supported by our logistics and professional services group, are world-class and implement leading strategies in these areas: silviculture, planting, harvesting, trucking and logistics, operational and road construction, maintenance, technology, forest patrol and research. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work across any of our safety first, cutting-edge technology operations and land holdings located in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Maine.
