Forestry Technician
Adam Brazeau
MC Foret
Nelson,BC
Summary
Adaptable outdoor operations professional with experience in brush cutting, tree planting, and site cleanup across varied terrain. Strong skills in weather adaptation, land clearing, and hand tool proficiency support safe, accurate, and efficient field work.
2
Languages
8
Years of experience
Work History
Brush Cutter Operator
3 Months- Operated brush cutting equipment to clear overgrowth and maintain safe work areas.
- Inspected cutting tools before use and reported equipment issues promptly.
- Followed site safety procedures while working near fences, roads, and obstacles.
- Maintained clean, even vegetation levels to support property appearance and access.
Brush Cutter Operator
1 Year 3 Months- Adjusted cutting techniques for terrain, thick brush, and hard-to-reach areas.
- Adhered to work instructions and completed brush clearing tasks efficiently and consistently.
- Assisted crew members with debris removal and site cleanup after cutting operations.
- Stored fuel, tools, and equipment securely according to workplace standards.
- Achieved timely completion of projects by efficiently cutting and clearing brush in designated areas.
Tree Planter
2 Months- Planted seedlings across varied terrain while maintaining spacing and depth standards.
- Inspected seedlings before planting to support healthy establishment and reduce waste.
- Prepared planting sites by clearing debris and organizing tools for efficient field work.
- Carried out daily planting tasks independently while following safety procedures and crew directions.
- Used hand tools and planting equipment to complete consistent, high-quality reforestation work.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather, ground conditions, and site requirements during field operations.
- Maintained planting pace while preserving accuracy, endurance, and attention to site guidelines.
Quality Control Technician
4 Years 11 Months- Inspected harvested timber for defects, contamination, and grade compliance against quality standards.
- Documented inspection findings and maintained accurate records for traceability and audit readiness.
- Calibrated measuring tools and verified inspection equipment for consistent quality results.
- Identified nonconforming timber defects and directed corrective actions to reduce rework and waste.
- Monitored harvesting operations to ensure adherence to sanitation, safety, and quality procedures.
- Coordinated with field crews to resolve quality issues and maintain consistency.
- Trained new employees on grading criteria, documentation practices, and inspection workflows.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Coordinated workplace safety inspections and documented corrective actions for regulatory compliance.
- Maintained injury, incident, and exposure records to support accurate EHS reporting.
- Conducted safety training sessions on hazard communication, PPE, and emergency response procedures.
- Monitored environmental controls, waste handling, and spill response activities for compliance.
- Collaborated with operations leaders to resolve hazards and improve workplace safety practices.
- Reviewed incident trends and recommended process improvements to strengthen prevention efforts.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
Education
GED
Skills
Pruning techniques
Emergency response training
Tree felling
Trimming techniques
Heavy machinery operation
Sustainable land management
Equipment troubleshooting
Weather responsiveness
First aid application
Land clearing methods
Debris removal
Chainsaw operation
Weather adaptation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Brush Cutter Operator
MC Foret
06.2026 - 09.2026
Brush Cutter Operator
Sampson Forestry
05.2024 - 08.2025
Tree Planter
Dynamic Reforestation
04.2024 - 06.2024
Quality Control Technician
NAB Harvesting LTD
02.2019 - 01.2024
Algonquin College
GED