Forestry Technician Elkins WV

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

Forest Technician – Elkins, West Virginia

Our Elkins, WV forestry team seeks a highly motivated, Full Time Forestry Technician to join our progressive, growing team. The ideal candidate will reside near one of these five (5) West Virginia communities: Elkins, Buckhannon, Weston, Flatwoods or Summersville. A two‑year or four‑year degree in Forestry or closely related field is required, or applicants must have 2+ years of practical field forestry/timber procurement experience.

Interviewing/Hiring timeline: Open.

Principal Duties

• Timber inventory (cruising)
• Timber sale preparation (timber marking)
• Forest data collection, including GPS and photographic information
• Other duties related to forest management for our long‑term clients

Principal Requirements

• Associate’s (or higher) degree in Forestry, Forest Technology, or Environmental Biology, or 2 years minimum of practical field forestry experience.
• B.S. degree in Forest Science/Forest Management, Natural Resources, or Environmental Sciences strongly encouraged.
• Must be competent in tree species identification and forest mensuration techniques (point sampling, plot sampling, 100% inventory methods).
• Basic knowledge of common computer/office software.
• Self‑motivated and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability and willingness to work out of town as assigned for 1‑2 week time periods.

Job Type & Compensation

Full‑time. Starting compensation: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour, depending on experience; paid over time. Benefits: 401(k) matching, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, professional development assistance, vision insurance.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

A “Task and Duty Guide” for this position is available upon request. Pay and benefits are commensurate with skills and experience. Entrepreneurial spirit, solid communication skills, strong work ethic, and dedication to meet company and client needs are essential.

FORECON, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary full‑service consulting forestry firm operating out of five (5) offices throughout NY, PA, and WV. Our corporate headquarters is in Falconer, NY. Our clients include institutional investors, TIMOs, private, industrial and municipal forest landowners. Please visit our website: http://www.foreconinc.com.