Operational Forester: Field-Based Forest Management

Weyerhaeuser; Pe Ell (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser in Pe Ell, WA is seeking an operational Forester responsible for site preparation, regeneration, land exams, vegetation control, and contract administration. The role involves executing the forestry plan, budgeting, and coordinating with landowners and agencies while maintaining safety.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry (or related field) and 5+ years of experience, or 8 years equivalent, with willingness to travel 50% and work in the woods under all weather

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or related field; 5+ years forestry experience
• Ability to travel to field sites and spend ~50% of time in the woods
• Knowledge of state and federal forest practice rules/statutes

Responsibilities

• Execute the forestry plan in alignment with regional strategies and annual budget
• Perform site preparation, regeneration, land exams, vegetation control, and stocking checks
• Manage contracts: administration, compliance, and payment tracking
• Budget development and tracking; forecast silvicultural projects and expenditures
• Collaborate with area/region teams and landowners/government agencies for goals
• Ensure safety compliance and environmental requirements

Skills

Forestry knowledge

Team leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Project management

Safety compliance

Field work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Forestry

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

Job description

Weyerhaeuser in Pe Ell, WA is seeking an operational Forester responsible for site preparation, regeneration, land exams, vegetation control, and contract administration. The role involves executing the forestry plan, budgeting, and coordinating with landowners and agencies while maintaining safety.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry (or related field) and 5+ years of experience, or 8 years equivalent, with willingness to travel 50% and work in the woods under all weather