Forest Inventory Technician

Steigerwaldt Land Services•Hayward, WI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Steigerwaldt Land Services, Inc., a third-generation, family-owned company founded in 1957, is seeking a full-time Forest Inventory Technician. This role is part of the Inventory and Geospatial Solutions department and functions as a member of a Critical Project Response Team supporting forest inventories nationwide and local natural resource management projects. The position is considered entry-level, though previous professional experience is beneficial. It requires travel and working in remote locations, with potential for significant overtime and weekend work. Interest in travel, emerging markets, and forest carbon services is preferred. The company fosters professional growth, talent nurturing, and career ownership in a transparent and inclusive environment.

Requirements

Functional & Technical Expertise
Integrity & High Standards
Drive & Initiative
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Communication
Interpersonal Savvy
Teamwork
Customer Service
Work Management
Adventurous side, enjoy significant travel, and thrive in high-pressure situations and working with tight deadlines
Confident and can work in the woods independently

Nice To Haves

Previous professional experience
Interest in travel and learning about emerging markets and forest carbon related services
Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry or a related field
Ability to travel and conduct overnight work away from the office – travel up to 50 percent or more
Interest in emerging markets, ecosystem and environmental services, and forest carbon
Desire to develop a career as a natural resource professional in a fast-paced and diverse consulting business
Ability to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals
Superior written and oral communication skills
Competent with Microsoft Office software
Experience with GPS data collecting and processing
Experience with ESRI GIS software and GIS mapping and data collection principles
Current valid driver’s license with personal vehicle suitable for forestry work (mileage is reimbursed)
ATV and snowmobile certifications
A team player who is confident, respectful, curious, flexible, and able to work with other professionals in a growing, successful, and respected business

Responsibilities

Inventory data collection with necessary level of speed and precision dependent upon project requirements
Detailed tree data recording of field observations (using a tablet and internal software)
Make calls on tree diameters, heights, species, and product sections within plots
Utilize sub-meter GPS for applications including plot location collection, monumentation, and accessing boundaries
Coordinate with property managers to understand any concerns, hazards, and access details
Collaborate with other inventory foresters to maximize efficiency and operate safely
Periodic travel on project may exceed ±50 percent (in and out of state)
Other duties as assigned