Hearst, Kapuskasing Posted on October 1, 2026 The activity of Green

First Forest Products is rooted in the forest! For us, well-managed forests really make sense for our business, our communities, and the environment.

We have a deep connection to Canada’s forest lands and sustainability.

If this commitment to the environment and Canada’s forests resonates with you, come join our team.

Position: Scaler / Forest Technician Location: Kapuskasing/Hearst, ON Green

First is looking for a Scaler/Forest Technician to work within the forest management and operations teams to support the implementation of the wood measurement and renewal programs.

Commitment: Live up to Green

First’s values, principles, and guidelines.

Bring an open and cooperative attitude to your job, contributing to our positive work setting.

Comply with all health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as applicable regulations and laws.

Responsibilities: Promote and provide a safe workplace, seek improvements, support Health & Safety Program.

Maintain a communications program to keep your team informed regarding department priorities.

Report to Senior Forest Technician (Summer) and Operations Supervisor (Winter).

Support the implementation of the silviculture program on the Gordon Cosens Forest.





Support the implementation of the wood measurement program on the Hearst Forest and Gordon Cosens Forest.

Support the maintenance of third-party certification.

Maintain close ties with silviculture contractors, mill representatives, representatives of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Indigenous representatives and other forest users or stakeholders.

Support the implementation of the Annual Work Schedule and Forest Management Plan on the Hearst Forest and Gordon Cosens Forest.

Support cost reduction projects, as required.

Support research and development projects, as required.

Measure and maintain an accurate round wood inventory.

Ensure that all government and company statutes, rules and regulations with respect to scaling are carried out satisfactorily.

Frequent travel between Hearst & Kapuskasing.

Provide support to all Ontario scaling operations, ensuring sampling program and log yards inventories are well executed by sawmill staff/personnel.

Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements: Education: College or University degree in a related discipline. (An asset) Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in forestry or related experience.

Ontario Scaling License (An asset) Bilingualism: English & French (An Asset).

📌 Scaler / Forest Technician / Mesureur / Technicien forestier (Kapuskasing)
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