Forester - Chehalis, WA

Hampton Lumber • Chehalis, WA

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will primarily involve timber sale acquisition, contract administration, and quality control. It will consist of 80% fieldwork and 20% office work. This position will be based out of Chehalis, WA. The work area will be in both Washington and Oregon. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Excellent PC skills using Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and related forestry software tools
• Practice safe work habits and comply with all company work and safety standards
• Proven customer service, strong verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
• Strong work ethic, maintain high personal and professional standards of focus and dedication to work
• Ability to work with team members from varied levels and functional backgrounds, focusing on Hampton's Core Values
• Willingness to embrace change while striving for continuous improvement
• Assertive and responsible, while exemplifying the highest level of ethics, honesty, and integrity
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to anticipate opportunities and provide practical solutions
• Self-starter with the ability to take on additional responsibility and develop their own agenda
• Continue education for professional improvement
• Motivated self-starter
• Associate’s Degree or a Bachelor’s degree in forest-related disciplines or a related natural resources field
• At least one year of demonstrated field, administrative, or supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Timber cruising
• Quality control
• Timber sale appraisal
• Road construction appraisal
• Contract negotiations
• Timber sale administration
• Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) participation

Benefits

• Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
• 401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
• Paid time off, including eight paid holidays
• Opportunity to earn bonuses
• Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
• Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees