Log Buyer

Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc.; Town of Oneonta (NY); On-site; USD 62,353 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc. is seeking a motivated individual for the position focused on scaling, grading, and purchasing logs. This role involves compliance with environmental regulations and assisting in marketing logs.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience, excellent customer service and communication skills, and proficiency in Excel and Word. The position requires working in various weather conditions and involves approximately 50 hours of work per week, with a salary range of $62,353.20 - $65,000.00.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Forestry or Natural Resources.
• Must operate motor vehicle and maintain a good driving record.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Scale and grade logs received into the GLC yards.
• Supervise trucking operations related to purchases.
• Prepare weekly reports on activities and opportunities.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

AA Degree in Forestry or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

GIS

GPS

Job description

Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Local Manager
Date: 1/2026

The primary focus of this position will include the scaling, grading and purchasing of logs that meet or exceed the standards set by the company as profitable. Assistance in marketing and the sale of logs not bound for Gutchess Lumber Co., (GLC) facilities, storage of logs, data collection and data transfer, environmental and regulatory compliance, job safety, control and maintenance of GLC wood concentration areas, equipment and property.

Responsibilities

• Accurate Scale and Grade of logs received into the GLC yards.
  • Requires a self-starting motivated individual, able to work independently in remote locations with variable conditions in rain, snow, etc.
  • Supervision of trucking operations related to purchases.
  • Proficient with the use of Excel, Word, GIS, GPS and data collectors a plus.
  • Rolling stock
    1. Safe operation of all equipment including chainsaws, wheel loader, hydraulic cranes
    2. Understand regular maintenance
  • Environmental
    1. Understand and comply with State regulations concerned with stream crossing and wetland areas
    2. Understand and comply with Road Bonding regulations
• Purchasing
  • Understand GLC Forestry Combined procedures
  • Prepare a weekly report showing your activities, active harvest operations, opportunities, open items and challenges
  • Assist other foresters/timber buyers as needed to promote team building
  • Watch the bottom line- limit unnecessary spending
  • Confidentiality of our business and procedures
• Professionalism
  • Instill in others the company philosophy – hard work, dedication, desire, determination
  • Acting professional at work and in public – you represent the company wherever you are
  • Work safely and exhibit this in others
  • Honest and truthful feedback – no agendas except to get the job done
  • Ensure all data is transferred to Cortland timely and accurately
• Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time commensurate with your education, training, and experience.

Qualifications

Education

• AA Degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, other related field preferred

Experience

• 3-5 years in experience in Forestry, Natural Resources or other related field
• Experience in – Word, Excel, Outlook,

Personal Attributes

• Excellent Customer Service skills.
• Good verbal/written communication.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a good driving record
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy & confidentiality
• Ability to work in various weather conditions
• Willing to learn and perform new tasks

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

50 Hours per week during the “core” work hours. Weekend & evening work may be required as job duties demand.

$62,353.20 - $65,000.00

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 15%
• Ascends/descends stairs, hills, or other areas in the woods to conduct business 50%
• Ability to be mobile and use hands, arms, & neck to conduct business in various environments 50%
• Regularly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine, and printer

This position is subject to change at any time due to the business needs.