Field operation assistant

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Hiring Unit: Gault Nature Reserve, Research Station, Faculty of Science

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the immediate manager, participates in the operations, conservation, Education, and research activities at the Gault Nature Reserve, located in Mont-Saint-Hilaire (40 km from downtown Montreal). 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Engages in conservation projects to preserve the mountain’s fauna and flora.
• Participates in the management of invasive plants.
• Assists with data collection for research purposes.
• Supports in data entry and processing in established inventory databases.
• Participates in public awareness projects (i.e., holding kiosks on research projects, guided tours).
• Helps maintain the laboratories and research equipment of the Reserve.
• Patrols and monitors the trails at the Gault Nature Reserve.
• Performs landscaping, trail maintenance, and ecological restoration projects which may require use of specialized equipment or vehicles.
• Assists with land and plot preparation (soil tilling, rock picking, seeding, weeding, irrigation, and drainage).
• Carries out general maintenance tasks (i.e., painting and repairs).

The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is not a complete list of tasks, which may be performed

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:

• Communication skills
• Bilingualism (English/French), an asset
• Autonomous and resourcefulness
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS) to analyze and visualize spatial data is an asset.

Experience and Education

• High School Diploma
• Enrolled in a full-time program at McGill University or newly graduate McGill student

Additional Information:

• Starting date may vary according to availability of the candidate: Preferably from May 1st
• Work schedule may include weekends and early evenings
• Accommodation can be provided by the Reserve, on demand.

Location: This position is located in Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Quebec and the work for this position is expected to be performed in person on the site of the Gault nature Reserve.

Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 2 on a scale of 0-4.

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Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma Minimal or No Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE A) $18.00

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

30 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2026-02-03

Position End Date:

2026-08-28

Deadline to Apply:

2026-02-19

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].