![]() Typically we leave project bases (motel or camp) at 0700h and leave the block at 1700h. An average day on the block lasts 9 hours. Your shifts will typically follow a 3:1 schedule with 2 consecutive days off around mid season (or after 30 days at a maximum). We start planting once the snow has melted and the ground has thawed. The planting season is tied to the Spring weather and snow melt, so we set tentative start dates in the winter, but these frequently change due to the weather conditions. We aim to confirm start dates and accommodation details 2 weeks ahead of the planned start date. Typically, you are assigned to a crew at the time of hire. Summer trees generally run through the month of July. ![]() The season usually ends in late June or early July. The planting season at A+G usually starts in early May, but earlier work sometimes begins in April. ![]() Fire Crew Bosses are trained once they have acquired a certain amount of experience on the firelines. Often, we will require applicants to have planted with A+G before taking a Crew Leader position. Tree planting crew leaders must have at least a few seasons of planting experience. Become a Crew LeaderĬrew Leader supervisory positions require planting or fire experience, an OFA 1+TE, S100, driver and DTA training. So there is no guarantee you will fight fires, but if there is a demand and you meet the requirements, we will do our best to get you on a crew. A+G firefighters are contracted by the Ministry on an ‘as-needed’ basis. There is often an information session available around June, for those planters interested in the work. ![]() Become a Contract Wildland FirefighterĪ+G will recruit planters for fire crews. There are also opportunities for those who want more responsibility such as drivers, first aid attendants, power saw operators, and ATV operators. This equals a higher potential income for your second season. If you return to plant the following season, you’ll enjoy having - and building on - a higher level of experience including your planting technique and efficiency. We value returning employees who have demonstrated their capabilities, and who bring familiarity with A+G’s operations and culture. After your first successful season of planting at A+G, there are more opportunities for you. ![]()
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