Conservation Technician - Engineering Technology Summer Student Position - Surrey, BC The Opportunity Duties and Responsibilities: Based out of the Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) BC Coastal Field Office (Surrey), this term position will provide an excellent opportunity to learn about and work in the field of Conservation – Civil Engineering. The successful applicant will use their education in civil engineering towards the development and management of wetland habitats throughout the Lower Fraser Valley and Vancouver Island regions. Field Operation and Management of Wetland Conservation Projects  Work with DUC engineering staff to complete major and minor repairs to water control structures and associated works  Assist DUC in recording and supervising the progress of contractors during the construction of new projects  Assist DUC staff in the daily operation of water control structures, documenting and inspecting dykes on existing projects, maintenance activities on existing projects such as installing signs, vegetation control, repairing trails, walkways and gates, trail / road maintenance, removing beaver debris, day-to-day operations of pumping facilities of existing projects on the Lower Mainland The successful applicant should have knowledge of civil engineering, survey techniques, GPS-based technologies, computer programs such as the Microsoft suite of programs, design software (an asset), various equipment operation (see below), and previous construction work site experience. DUC will provide the necessary field equipment including: 4WD pickup truck, tools such as mowers, brush cutters, chain saws, generators, chest waders, survey equipment, and cameras as required. Requirements     be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment; have been registered as full-time students in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year; be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations; and, must have a valid current driver’s license (in good standing) and a current driver’s abstract Administration of Wetland Conservation Projects  General office duties may include: assisting with wetland file management, cataloging engineered drawings, entry or retrieval of computer data (including scanning), background information gathering for contract preparation and project completion requirements, as well as assisting with on and off-site meetings and/or functions Additional Details    Tentative term is from May 19 to August 31, 2015 Pay range: $16 per hour, based on a 40-hour work-week (plus 4% vacation pay) This position is contingent upon receiving external funding. How to Apply If you are a responsible and qualified individual, with a passion for wetlands please submit your cover letter and resume to: Justin Quong, Conservation Programs Specialist Ducks Unlimited Canada Email: [email protected] Closing deadline: April 17, 2015