Forester I

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation; Louisiana; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineered wood products is seeking a Forester I to supervise forestry operations. The role involves managing harvesting and road construction while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a degree in Forestry or Environmental Studies and at least 3 years of experience in the field. Join a team committed to innovation and sustainability, with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health benefits

Retirement matching

Profit sharing

Bonuses

Counseling and work-life balance

Paid time off

Education assistance

Professional growth resources

Career development support

Volunteer and charity support

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of forestry experience or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License required.
• Physically capable of fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Supervise harvesting, road construction, and log quality.
• Ensure compliance with safety and forestry legislation.
• Manage budgeting within responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Safety Conscious

Forestry Operations Supervision

Education

University Degree in Forestry

Technical Diploma in Environmental Studies

Tools

Forestry Software

GIS Applications

Job description

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Job Description Forester I Req Id: 11615 Job Location: Swan Posting Start Date: 5/30/25 Work Environment: Onsite

Job Purpose

To supervise various facets of forestry operations and forest management, including forest development, silviculture, harvesting, road construction, and planning.

We’d love to meet you if...

… you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet them
… you enjoy working with others to deliver great work
… you’re innovative and seek a values-driven, positive culture and environment

In this position, you will have the opportunity to:

• Report to the Operations Superintendent as a member of our operations team.

• Be a self-motivated, high-performing individual with a bias for action and safe work habits.
• Participate actively in our safety culture by following all safety rules, regulations, and policies.
• Manage activities related to harvesting, including supervision of logging, road construction, and log quality.
• Ensure all harvesting and road construction activities comply with safety, environmental, forestry legislation, and sustainable management practices.
• Assist with budgeting and managing costs within your responsibilities.
• Build positive relationships with suppliers, Indigenous communities, government agencies, and stakeholders.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of the Swan Valley’s forest certification program.
• Participate in other projects as needed.

What do I need to be successful?

• Minimum 3 years of forestry experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
• Safety-conscious attitude.
• Experience supervising forestry operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Good knowledge of Manitoba forestry legislation and policies.
• Physically capable of fieldwork.
• Proficient in computer use, forestry software, and GIS applications.

Education

• University Degree or Technical Diploma in Forestry or Environmental Studies.

Work Environment

• This role involves a blend of fieldwork and office responsibilities.

We are committed to providing resources and solutions that help build a better world for every LP team member.

We offer:
Wellness Solutions
- Health benefits
- Retirement matching, profit sharing, bonuses
- Counseling, work-life balance, PTO

Culture Solutions
- Safety & well-being
- Inclusion and belonging
- Employee recognition

Development Solutions
- Education assistance
- Professional growth resources
- Career development

Community Engagement Solutions
- Volunteer and charity support

About LP:

LP provides high-performance building solutions, manufacturing engineered wood products since 1972, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with over 20 facilities across the Americas.