Forestry Assistant: Remote Timber Management & Field Ops

Parker Ranch; Hawaii; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Ranch in Hawaii is seeking a Forestry Assistant to support day‑to‑day timber operations across diverse habitats, from koa and ohia stands to non‑native species. You will work under the Forestry Manager to implement planting, invasive species control, fence construction, salvage logging, stand management, and fire mitigation as part of the Sustainable Forestry Plan.

Ideal candidates are motivated, adaptable, and able to work in remote locations, often in rugged terrain.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of experience in natural resource management, forestry, timber management, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assist timber management under Parker Ranch's Sustainable Forestry Plan.
• Plant trees and care for seedlings.
• Control non-native invasive species.
• Construct and maintain fences.
• Salvage timber harvesting.
• Timber stand management and fire mitigation.
• Conduct research and support project implementation.

Skills

Field work

GPS data collection

GIS data collection

Chainsaw operation

Multi-tasking

Safety compliance

Driving off-road

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Tools

GPS devices

Chainsaw safety

Off-road vehicle operation

Job description

Parker Ranch in Hawaii is seeking a Forestry Assistant to support day‑to‑day timber operations across diverse habitats, from koa and ohia stands to non‑native species. You will work under the Forestry Manager to implement planting, invasive species control, fence construction, salvage logging, stand management, and fire mitigation as part of the Sustainable Forestry Plan.

Ideal candidates are motivated, adaptable, and able to work in remote locations, often in rugged terrain.