Forestry Field Technician: Timber Inventory & Data Collection

FORECON, Inc.; Oak Hill (WV); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary consulting forestry firm is seeking a motivated Forest Technician to join their team in West Virginia. The role involves conducting timber inventory, preparing sales, and collecting forest data. Candidates should have a relevant degree or 2+ years of field experience, with skills in tree identification and mensuration techniques. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off. This is a full-time position with compensation ranging from $18 to $19 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of practical field forestry experience or a relevant degree.
• Competence in tree species identification and forest mensuration techniques.
• Ability to work out of town for 1-2 week periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct timber inventory and cruising.
• Prepare for timber sales and marking.
• Collect forest data using GPS and photographic tools.
• Assist in forest management tasks for long-term clients.

Skills

Tree species identification

Forest mensuration techniques

Basic computer software knowledge

Self-motivated

Education

Associate’s or higher degree in Forestry, Forest Technology, or Environmental Biology

B.S. degree in Forest Science/Forest Management, Natural Resources, or Environmental Sciences

Job description

A multi-disciplinary consulting forestry firm is seeking a motivated Forest Technician to join their team in West Virginia. The role involves conducting timber inventory, preparing sales, and collecting forest data. Candidates should have a relevant degree or 2+ years of field experience, with skills in tree identification and mensuration techniques. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off. This is a full-time position with compensation ranging from $18 to $19 per hour, depending on experience.