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Forestry Technologists and Technicians (NOC 2223)DescriptionForestry technologists and technicians may work independently or perform technical and supervisory functions in support of forestry research, forest management, forest harvesting, forest resource conservation and environmental protection. They are employed by the forest industry sector, provincial and federal governments, consulting firms, and other industries and institutions or they may be self-employed. Example Titles
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DutiesForestry technologists and technicians perform some or all of the following duties:
SkillsForestry technicians should have the following skills and abilities:
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Terms & ConditionsForestry technologists and technicians work indoors in offices or laboratories as well as outdoors in all types of weather. The outdoor work is physically demanding, can stretch for extended periods of time, and is often in remote areas. Many of the positions are seasonal. There are limited opportunities for part-time work. There is no self-employment in this occupation. Although employment in this occupation is primarily seasonal, the annual earnings reported below represent the prevailing wages, salaries, and/or net income for full time employment for the full year. Earnings$30,600 per annum - starting $55,200 per annum - average $89,500 per annum - high Earnings are reviewed annually or more frequently if new information becomes available. Education / Training
Career PathsForestry technicians may specialize in fields such as surveys, reclamation, non-timber forest resources or insect and disease control. They may be able to move to natural resource and wildlife management or to parks management positions. With experience they may become supervisors or managers. OutlookEmployment prospects for forestry technologists and technicians are expected to be limited in the 2010-2014 period. The 2010 employment level is estimated at 205. The forestry industry faces many serious challenges in terms of demand for its products and sustainable management of the forest supply. Poor market conditions in the pulp and paper, and lumber industries are affecting employment opportunities. The decline in wood product exports, primarily to the US housing market, has forced many firms to cut production or close temporarily. The demand for paper continues to decline as well, due to international competition and lower demand for newsprint as more people turn to the internet for their news. Employment prospects should improve when demand for wood products rebounds, possibly later in the outlook period. Sustainable forest management such as maintenance and protection of existing stock, silviculture practices, reforestation, insect and disease management control and fire prevention and control are increasingly important to this sector and are supported by the public and environmental groups concerned with the preservation and conservation of this natural resource. Since individuals in this occupation are directly involved in carrying out these tasks, many working for government where employment is more stable, they are less affected by the decline in employment in the industry than are members of occupations that focus on harvesting. Sustainable forest management practices will require technologists and technicians to seek continuous retraining in new technologies such as biotechnology, genetics, geomatics, remote sensing and informatics. The use of geographical information systems (GIS), satellite imagery and specialized software is important to this work. This is a small occupation group with a young age profile, so there will be fewer vacancies resulting from retirements. However, opportunities may result as individuals leave the occupation because of the strenuous and physical demands of the work. Much of the employment in this occupation is seasonal. Proportionally, larger shares of employment for this occupational group are located in Northern Manitoba, Parklands and Winnipeg. Across industries, the largest concentration is in Public Administration (68%) and Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry (10%). Employment by Age Group
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Please Note - The source for above charts is the 2006 Census. Professional Associations, Unions, and Regulatory Bodies...
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