QUASTUCO SILVICULTURE LTD was established in 1991. We are a family business that has grown and diversified, continuing to have family in the field in supervisory & consulting roles. What started as a tree-planting contractor, QSL has now expanded into a multi-dimensional resource based business operating out of the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia and the Peace River Area of Northern British Columbia & Alberta.
President Earl Overland oversees all operations, with Lynne Overland managing all accounts, payroll etc. Shannon Overland & Scott Overland continue to manage the day to day operations serving as Project Managers and spending a considerable amount of time in the field on a regular basis. QSL has numerous projects on the go at any one time including: Tree-Planting, GPS / GIS Services, Safety Consulting & the provision of Safety & First Aid Services, Directional Drilling Consulting Services, as well as a variety of forestry based contracting services.
Our Safety Program has been recognized on a Provincial level with Weyerhaeuser Canada and a visit to our worksites confirm that our Company Safety Culture is more than just a written policy. We take pride in our work and reputation and strive to be one of the most efficient and innovative companies on the market. We boast competitive rates and are always looking for ways to provide the best service possible, meeting the unique needs of our clients.
Our prime objective is to have our employees return from the field with money in their pockets and in equal or better health than when they began their employment with us. Our strong Leadership factor and comprehensive Health & Safety Program ensure that our employees have the opportunity to satisfy this objective.
Whether you are an experienced planter looking to join our organization in 2009, returning from our 2008 crew or interested in applying to work in Northern BC as a medic, please go to our on-line applications page and forward your information. The following training is required for any of our positions:
- Current & Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License with a recent drivers abstract (or equivalent from other provinces) **exception tree planters for crew hire only
- Current WHMIS
Additional job specific requirements for training is indicated are discussed on job specific pages.
Tree Planting
Crews with QSL planted the first tree for the company in 1991. Since that first year QSL has averaged approximately 1.3 million trees / year, running crew sizes from 21 to 45. The 2008 planting season is now over, but we look forward to the 2009 planting season, expected to start up mid to late April, depending on weather conditions. Our online application form is accessible on this website and we would welcome your application for the 2009 Planting season anytime after December 1.
QSL Safety Services
QSL Safety Services originated in 1995 and has provided Safety and First Aid services in various Industrial & Non-Industrial settings. All units are equipped to standards higher than WCB / Industry expectations. Currently concentrating its efforts in the Northern Oil Patch, QSL Safety Services is always accepting resumes from qualified, mature, responsible individuals interested in working as medics in Northern BC & Alberta either in a full time capacity or providing short term relief.