Highlights
Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Execution of the forestry plan, in compliance with the regional and area harvesting strategy and the annual budget plan Project layout, using aerial photos, maps, GIS systems and ground reconnaissance Contract administration; negotiate, prepare, supervise, monitor for compliance, payment management Develop and track budgets and key silvicultural metrics Forecast silvicultural projects and expenditures Advocate, model and inspect for safe work practices Fertilizer and forest inventory sampling project work Act as company representative with landowners, government agencies, and community representatives Ensure compliance with state and federal safety statues, environmental requirements and Weyerhaeuser resource and stewardship goals Collaborate with others on the area and region teams to ensure alignment with goals and objectives Fire preparedness, firefighting and other protection functions as required We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits. Key Functions As an operational Forester, you will be responsible for general forestry requirements, such as site preparation (chemical/mechanical), regeneration, land exams, vegetation control (chemical/mechanical), stocking control, fire protection and contract administration.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Rainier, WA |
| Industry | All |
| Website | http://www.weyerhaeuser.com/ |
Description
Description Weyerhaeuser's North Washington Region has an opening for an operational Forester. This position is based out of our Vail office and reports to the Vail Area Manager, with additional accountabilities to the Region Forester for silvicultural activities in the area. This is a full-time position with salary level dependent on skills and experience. Key Functions As an operational Forester, you will be responsible for general forestry requirements, such as site preparation (chemical/mechanical), regeneration, land exams, vegetation control (chemical/mechanical), stocking control, fire protection and contract administration. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Execution of the forestry plan, in compliance with the regional and area harvesting strategy and the annual budget plan Project layout, using aerial photos, maps, GIS systems and ground reconnaissance Contract administration; negotiate, prepare, supervise, monitor for compliance, payment management Develop and track budgets and key silvicultural metrics Forecast silvicultural projects and expenditures Advocate, model and inspect for safe work practices Fertilizer and forest inventory sampling project work Act as company representative with landowners, government agencies, and community representatives Ensure compliance with state and federal safety statues, environmental requirements and Weyerhaeuser resource and stewardship goals Collaborate with others on the area and region teams to ensure alignment with goals and objectives Fire preparedness, firefighting and other protection functions as required We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits. For more than a century, we''ve been taking care of forests to make life better. Find out more about Weyerhaeuser at www.weyerhaeuser.com and learn our Story here: https://youtu.be/c2R_lQ7wo0A
About Company
About Company:
We grow trees and make forest products that improve lives in fundamental ways. Our wood products are used to build homes, where families are sheltered and raised. Our cellulose fibers are used to make diapers and other hygiene products that keep people clean and healthy. We innovate to use trees in products you may not expect, such as fabric, plastics and energy. We do these things because growing a truly great company isn’t just about great financial results or being a great place to work, it’s also about making a great contribution to society.