Arborist Sawyer

Markit! Forestry Management LLC • Colorado Springs, CO

9d • $22 - $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of Markit! Forestry’s sawyer team you will be working on forest health, forest fuels reduction, post-fire rehabilitation, and defensible space projects on private, state and federal lands. Markit! is positively changing the way forests are managed and the Sawyer plays an impactful role in the success of our projects and progress. We are looking for career minded individuals who are dedicated to reliably making a difference in the Forestry industry. Projects will be located in Colorado and possibly New Mexico.

Requirements

• At least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license or ability to acquire one upon employment.
• 1 to 2 years of outdoor work experience in forest management and restoration activities.
• Ability to travel is a must for this position and will include extended periods on the road, dependent on current ongoing projects.
• Physically fit, able to bend, squat and lift up to 50 pounds and able to handle back country hikes with heavy gear loads in elevations ranging from 6,000 to +10,000 feet. Frequently away from vehicles or amenities for the entire course of the day.
• Ability and desire to perform strenuous outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions, away from amenities for entire day.
• English required.

Nice To Haves

• A National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) S-212, or equivalent certificate. Non-certified professionals with over two years of experience in forestry and logging operations will still be considered.
• NWCG S 130/190 Wildfire Training.
• ISA certification.
• Electrical hazard tree trimming certification.
• Saw mechanic experience.
• An associates or bachelor’s degree in forestry or related natural resources field, current enrollment in a forestry degree program or similar is acceptable.
• Ability to accurately identify tree species.
• Ability to calculate basal area.
• Experience working with helicopter logging.
• Experience operating Heavy Equipment such as logging machinery and/or willingness to learn.
• First aid, CPR, Wilderness First Aid, or other medical certifications.
• Background in Sawyer certification.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Chainsaw Operation – felling operations, directional felling, hazard felling, limbing and bucking.
• Slash management – lop-and-scatter, chipping operations, and hauling material.
• Climbing, rigging and roping.
• Erosion Control – contour felling, LEB creation and installation.
• Assisting with project layout and marking.
• Chainsaw and tool maintenance.
• General forestry labor.
• Understand and implement different cutting prescriptions.
• Direct sub-contractors to perform fuels mitigation practices and cutting prescriptions.

Benefits

• Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications: Entry-level $22-25 per hour, Mid-level $25-28 per hour, High-level $28-31 per hour
• Annual reviews.
• Health insurance including medical, dental and vision.
• Supplementary insurance including life, short and long term insurance.
• Paid holidays, vacation and personal time.
• Retirement with company match.
• Company provided training for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree