Operations Forester - Ridgway, PA

LANDVEST INC • Ridgway, PA

4d • $50,000 - $60,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

LandVest is seeking an energetic and dedicated Operations Forester for its growing business in its Ridgway, Pennsylvania Office. This position involves a mix of field (80%) and office (20%) work, focusing on meeting client objectives. The role reports to the Pennsylvania Regional Forester.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry or related field from an SAF accredited program
• Strong computer (Excel and Word) and other technical skills.
• Three to five years of work experience with similar duties.
• Passion for the forestry profession
• Strong work ethic and dedication
• Attention to detail and excellence.
• Open mind and readiness to learn from experienced foresters.
• Desire to work in all weather conditions in remote areas often alone.
• The initiative and ability to plan your own day to day schedule and work with minimal daily oversight.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree with additional experience will be considered

Responsibilities

• Timber Sale Administration: Development & implement silvicultural prescriptions, complete sale preparation documents, complete sales layout, easement compliance, create contracts, inspect active timber sales, etc.
• Green Certification: Compliance with LandVest green certification policies and procedures.
• Inventory: Participate in and help manage inventory projects, including carbon project inventory as assigned.
• Other Field Duties: Reconnaissance of potential harvest units, field easement compliance, hunting license compliance, road layout, boundary line maintenance GPS data collection, invasives control, etc.
• Office: Maintenance of LandVest and client records, updating maps, input into client monthly reports, other client reporting, timber sale paperwork, etc.

Benefits

• A company truck with a plan that allows personal use.
• A stable organization celebrating over 55 years in business.
• A positive and collaborative work environment
• Training, the opportunity to build upon your education, and hone your forestry skills.
• Mentoring to advance your forestry skills and career within LandVest.
• Competitive salary, paid time off, benefits & incentives
• Expense reimbursement
• Advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level