Staff Forester / Forestry Technician (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Steigerwaldt Land Services (http://www.slstomahawk.com/)

  Hayward, Wisconsin, United States

Steigerwaldt Land Services is currently looking to fill one full-time, staff forester or forestry technician position based out of the Hayward office. This is considered an entry-level position, although previous professional experience is helpful.

The ideal candidate would meet the following criteria:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry or Associates of Applied Science Degree
  • Desire to develop a career as a professional forester in a fast-paced and diverse consulting business
  • Familiar with Lake States forest management and timber harvest administration
  • Ability to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals
  • Superior written and oral communication skills
  • Competent with Microsoft Office software
  • Experience with GPS data collecting and processing
  • Experience with ESRI ArcView 10.x GIS software and GIS mapping and data collection principles
  • Ability to travel and conduct overnight work away from the Hayward office – travel 25% to 50%
  • Current valid drivers license with personal vehicle suitable for forestry work (mileage is reimbursed)
  • Interest in involvement in professional organizations to further education and develop working relationships with other professional foresters
  • A team player who is self-confident, respectful, curious, and flexible and able to work with other professionals in a fast-paced consulting business

Compensation

Following the successful completion of a probationary period, full-time employees receive a full benefit package including health insurance, vacation, paid holidays, 401K, and profit sharing. Salaries commensurate with experience.