Forest Technician

Roseburg Forest Products; North Bend (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401(k) match

Vacation 3 weeks

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Mental health benefits

Wellness programs

PTO

Job summary

Roseburg Forest Products is seeking an entry-level forester to learn applied forestry in a field-oriented role in North Bend, Oregon. You will perform silvicultural activities, surveys, and GIS mapping while working with Forester III or Area Operations Manager to support harvest operations.

The position emphasizes safety, independent decision-making, and teamwork, with development plans and relationships with agencies and communities as key responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with forestry field exposure.
• Ability to work in steep terrain and varying weather conditions.
• Strong map-reading and navigation skills using maps or digital tools.
• Willingness to obtain Oregon Private Pesticide Applicators license within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform silvicultural activities like tree planting, thinning, vegetation management.
• Conduct stocking surveys and develop vegetation restocking prescriptions.
• Assist with field surveys, GIS mapping, and property line surveys.
• Support harvest operations with layout and road/system considerations.
• Assist in brush control and burn permitting procedures and regulations.

Skills

Field work

Self-motivation

Navigation by maps

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree in forestry

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location

• Location 1610 Sheridan Ave, North Bend, OR, 97459, United States
• Job Category Forestry
• Industry Admin
• Employee Type Full-time
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Roseburg Forest Products
• Email [e-mail]

Purpose

This is an entry level position with a focus on learning the basic principles of applied intensive forestry as practiced by Roseburg Resources. This is a field-oriented position that involves a mix of independent and team field work that is focused on early silviculture and forest operations. Work assignments are usually assigned by the Forester III or Area Operations Manager and carried out both independently and in team work scenarios.

Key Responsibilities

• Various silvicultural activities including but not limited to; tree planting, pre-commercial thinning, vegetation management, and animal damage control
• Conduct stocking surveys and become proficient in identifying and developing vegetation management and restocking prescriptions
• Perform inventory cruising field work to RRC specifications
• Perform basic harvest unit layout including riparian buffers and road design to RRC specifications
• Generate GIS work maps for field work
• Assist Operations staff in surveying property lines, construction sites, stockpile inventories and road locations to support harvest operations
• Assist other foresters with slash burning and become familiar with burn permitting procedures and regulations as they relate to smoke management and air quality control
• Use a working knowledge of herbicides, their modes of action, and field application techniques to execute field work
• Develop a working understanding of state rules and regulations pertaining to forest practices and reporting procedures governing operations
• Use knowledge of brush species common in our operating area to execute a brush control plan as assigned
• Secure an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicators License within 6 months of hire and maintain through continuing education
• Become qualified at the Local Resource Boss level for wildfire suppression in conjunction with agency partners
• Independently recognize and communicate complex issues in the assigned work place
• Continuously gain knowledge and skills as informed by the assigned development plan
• Maintain good relationships with the public and neighbors at all times
• Represent the Company positively in all interactions with agencies and industry cooperators
• Model Company core values
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma with 6-12 months related forestry field experience
• Physically capable of working productively on steep and adverse terrain in all weather conditions
• Ability to work alone and navigate in the woods using paper maps, digital devices and/or aerial photos
• Proficient in the safe use of 4X4 trucks on steep terrain and on varied road surfaces
• Must be a self-starter with ability to make independent decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in forestry or related disciplines
• Competency with Microsoft Office products, experience with ESRI ArcGis products

Summary

About Roseburg Forest Products

Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately held company based in Springfield, Oregon. With a legacy in sustainable forestry and innovative wood products manufacturing, we are a leading North American producer of engineered wood, exterior trim, plywood, lumber, and medium density fiberboard (MDF). Our products shape and support homes, workplaces, and industries, while our timberlands protect forest health for future generations and provide high-quality wood fiber for our integrated operations.

At Roseburg, we believe in making lives better from the ground up through the products we create, the relationships we build, and the communities we support. Our team of passionate professionals value safety, integrity, and excellence in all we do. From the mill to the forest to the office, you’ll find opportunities to grow and contribute to a company that cares for people, communities, and the environment.

Learn more about who we are and what we do at www.roseburg.com.

Benefits at Roseburg

Roseburg offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our team members and their families. Key benefits include:

• Bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match and 3% automatic company contribution
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks and 11 paid holidays per year
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance options
• Mental health benefits for the entire family, including 10 free annual sessions per person
• Wellness programs and incentives, including biometric screenings & wellness challenges
• Paid time away from work for illness or injury, as well as paid parental bonding time
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Company matchfor charitable contributions
• Education assistance and professional development support
• Financial and retirement counseling
• Additional voluntary benefits including pet insurance, student loan refinancing, and exclusive scholarships for child dependents, and more!

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY AND VETERANS