Posted 2 months ago
Slasher/Brusher
@ Wright Canada Holdings Ltd
Prince George, British Columbia
Overview
Wright Canada Holdings, through its Spectrum Resource Group unit, is hiring on-call slasher/brushers to clear trees, shrubs and thick brush for vegetation management projects. The work involves chainsaws, brush cutters and hand tools, often on steep terrain and away from home. Pay is $25 to $45 per hour with overtime, paid travel time and per diem provided.
Pay:
$25–$45 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Clear trees, shrubs and thick brush with chainsaws and brush cutters
- Remove and dispose of cut vegetation and debris
- Clear dead brush to reduce wildfire risk
- Clear paths for vehicles, workers and machinery
Requirements summary:
- Certified chainsaw operator
- Valid B.C. Class 5 licence with fewer than 6 demerits
- Ability to work steep slopes and over 7 hours a day
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and 30 lbs regularly
- Ability to work away from home for periods of time
- B.C. Intermediate or Advanced First Aid (asset)
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workday
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-19
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | General labour |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | Certified chainsaw operator, First Aid |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Paid training |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Wright Canada Holdings Ltd
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 40 |
Spectrum Resource Group
The Position: Slasher/ Brusher
Type: On-call
Reports To: Project Coordinator
About Us:
Spectrum Resource Group (SRG), a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, Spectrum Resource Group is an integrated vegetation management (IVM) solutions provider with expertise in vegetation management, forest management, and reforestation. We provide these services to federal, provincial, regional, local and Indigenous governments, to the forestry, energy, mines, petroleum, transportation and utility sectors, and to numerous regional invasive species organizations across Canada.
Why Wright Canada Holdings:
Pay rate of $25- $45 per hour.
Overtime, statutory holiday, and vacation pay.
Paid travel time, per diem and accommodations, as applicable.
Employee ownership plan.
All PPE are provided, except your CSA approved work boots.
Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
Use manual tools (chainsaws, axes, machetes, etc.) and machinery (brush cutters) to clear trees, shrubs, and thick brush from a designated area.
Cut down and remove overgrown vegetation to improve land accessibility or prepare it for agricultural, construction, or forestry use.
Gather and remove cut vegetation and debris from the site, ensuring it is properly disposed of or managed (e.g., mulching, burning, hauling away).
In forested or dry areas, clear dead or dry brush to reduce the risk of wildfires.
Clear paths for vehicles, workers, or machinery.
Follow all safety guidelines and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) to reduce the risk of injury.
Other duties as required.
Knowledge and Skills Expectations:
Certified Chainsaw operator
Ability to traverse steep slopes and work for more than 7 hours a day
The ability to work away from home for periods of time.
Valid British Columbia Class 5 Driver’s License with less than 6 demerits
B.C. Intermediate or Advanced First Aid certification, or equivalent, is considered an asset.
Applicant must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Ability to lift, move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis.
Punctuality, dependability, and accountability in the field.
The ability to work away from home for periods of time.
Join Our Team:
An employee-owned company formed in 2017, Wright Canada Holdings is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of Spectrum Resource Group, Wright Tree Service of Canada, ArborCare® and CNUC of Canada. Our operations and clientele stretch across the nation. Together, we provide integrated vegetation management, consulting and operations, and other outdoor services.
Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered, and decisions are merit-based. We invite applicants of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, family/marital status, and physical and mental disabilities.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Posting will remain open until the role is filled.
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