Forester (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Eastern Forest Consultants LLC

  Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

Job Description: 
Eastern Forest Consultants LLC, a Pennsylvania-based company, is seeking applicants to fill an entry to mid-level forester position at their Blacksburg, Virginia location.
This is a labor-intensive field position, and the successful applicant should expect to spend >90% of their time working outdoors.
Typical duties include conducting timber inventories, preparing timber sales, planting trees/running planting crews, applying herbicides, and operating a chainsaw.
The position may include a heavy amount of out-of-town travel (approximately 50%) for which employee will be compensated.
Qualifications: 
Applicant should be able to identify eastern tree species and have a minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Forestry (Bachelor’s Degree is preferred).
Previous work experience in the forestry profession (especially in regards to conducting timber inventories) is preferred but not required.
The successful applicant must demonstrate an ability to work independently.

Compensation

Starting salary and benefits are dependent upon education and experience.

The successful applicant must be able to provide their own transportation (4-wheel drive) to project sites in return for mileage reimbursement.