Forester
(Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)
Full Time
Larson & McGowin, Inc
Merryville, Louisiana, United States
Larson & McGowin is seeking a forester to assist with the management of client properties located in Southwest Louisiana.
Responsibilities will include timber inventory, timber marking, timber sale preparation and administration, the development of stand level silvicultural prescriptions, contracting of forestry related services, and any other activities deemed necessary by management of the company. Candidate will occasionally manage large scale inventory projects across the southeast. Travel outside of the local area will be required approximately 20% of the time.
Qualifications:
Required
- Applicant should have a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Forestry, or related field, from an SAF accredited college or university.
- Knowledge and experience Microsoft Office suite.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, as is the ability to excel in a fast paced dynamic working environment.
Preferred
- 5+ years work experience related to forestry field work.
- Knowledge and experience with GIS software (i.e. ArcGIS). /
Compensation
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.Benefits: Fixed and Variable Vehicle Compensation Plan, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Health Coverage, 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan, Cafeteria Plan for Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance Coverage.