Inventory Forester Full Time NEW

Pacific Forest Management

Inventory Forester

As a member of Silviculture team this position is responsible for planning and implementing forest inventories across a variety of ownerships. Maintains inventory databases. Leads and supervises small groups of employees. Minimum Qualifications

Minimum requirements

• AA degree in natural resource management OR equivalent experience.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software
• Ability to work independently in steep terrain for long periods of time in inclement weather.
• Occasional travel to remote workstations in the Pacific Northwest

Special Note:

• This position be filled as an in-training position. In-training employee may be required to follow a 12-24-month training plan, to gain full competencies required for this position. Successful candidate will be either an Inventory Forester (In-Training) or Inventory Forester.

Job Requirements:

• This is a field position with 80% of work hours performed in an outdoor setting.
• Must be able to operate basic forestry equipment such as a 4X4 pickup, GPS equipment, hand compass and brushing tools.
• Must have ability to plan and execute operational programs for the company
• Must be able to supervise and train workgroups within the company of 1-3 people.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with employees and clients
• Be proficient at the use of handheld and personal computers.

Job Description:

• Inventories timber stands to determine tree volume and grades. Inventory methods vary between stand exams, timber cruises & carbon cruising. Determines appropriate sampling intensities. Prepares reports on value and quantity of timber. Maintains inventory databases.
• Investigates forest health issues and recommends appropriate treatments.
• Plans, develops contracts and performs compliance on tree planting and precommercial thinning projects. Conducts silvicultural surveys.
• Timber Sale preparation includes field location of boundaries & roads and identifying appropriate logging systems. Identify and apply appropriate protection to streams wetlands & wildlife habitat.
• Committed to working safely in manner that is consistent with company values and policies.
• Practices time management, prioritizing work, and documenting tasks.
• Contributes to building a positive team environment

Pay: $24.00 – $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person