Land Management Technician

RoyOMartin•Chopin, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A land management technician provides support and assistance to the land management forester. In addition, this position is responsible for tract preparation and layout of harvest operations, and other duties as required. Support the land management forester GIS collection, reporting, and maintenance of land ownership data Prepare tracts for harvest Supervising and auditing road building activities for long-term management Acquire tract access, correct adverse possessions, and minimize threats to timber Property inspections Timber harvest setup and supervision GIS mapping and data management Hunting lease inspections Private landowner communication Assisting in company-wide projects such as cruising and burning Attend police jury meetings

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Forestry training at a vocational college or equivalent experience
Outstanding safety record in all aspects of previous employment
Attention to detail, creative thinking, and communication skills are vital for success in this role.
Must be safety-conscious, self-motivated, and dependable
Demonstrates strong leadership skills and an excellent work ethic
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
Must possess strong interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively communicate with contractors and vendors

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in GIS, boundary lines, and courthouse research
Experience in road construction and maintenance
Experience operating a dozer
Experience in acquiring access, identifying pests, and applying control measures

Responsibilities

Support the land management forester GIS collection, reporting, and maintenance of land ownership data
Prepare tracts for harvest
Supervising and auditing road building activities for long-term management
Acquire tract access, correct adverse possessions, and minimize threats to timber
Property inspections
Timber harvest setup and supervision
GIS mapping and data management
Hunting lease inspections
Private landowner communication
Assisting in company-wide projects such as cruising and burning
Attend police jury meetings