Deadline: Tue, 09/20/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: McKinley & Lanier Forest Resources, Inc. Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location: Alabama Location Detail: Northport Job Description: Description: Foresters will engage in field and administrative work associated with managing private forestland and carrying out contract forestry services. Primary Duties: Management of the daily activities of forester/technicians on staff (two). Conduct and carry out projects as assigned (inventories, appraisals, timber sales, property divisions). Assisting in forest management plan development and implementation, assisting in developing silvicultural prescriptions, meeting with landowners, timber buyers, and vendors on site to facilitate business operations. Assisting with bidding and contracts associated with all activities listed above. Secondary Duties: Timber Inventory (timber cruising) using TwoDog and TCruise software, SMZ/timber harvest boundary marking and GPS collection using SoloField software, tree planting and seedling survival audits, prescribed burning, timber harvesting inspections, general property inspections, mapping and database management using ESRI ArcMap software. Qualifications: Requirements: A degree from an accredited institution in Forestry, Forest Management, or field of study that requires coursework in Dendrology, Silviculture, and Forest Measurements. Fouryear degrees are required for Foresters. Foresters must be able to become registered in the state of Alabama once Board requirements are met. Five years of experience in the forest industry is required, with an emphasis on forest management being preferred (but not required). Experience with forestry software mentioned above as well as experience with electronic data collectors is also preferred but not required. Employees must demonstrate an ability to use Microsoft Windows operating system and basic Microsoft Office products. Prospective employees must be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently, often in remote rural areas and in adverse conditions. They must also be physically fit and able to safely, efficiently, and effectively carry out work duties in rugged terrain and harsh weather conditions. They must be able to safely operate 4 wheel drive vehicles in off-road situations and safely load/unload and operate ATV’s. They must also be able to safely use self-recovery winches, hand tools, and forestry tools, and effectively navigate new and unknown regions, landscapes, and properties. They must be able to maintain and keep up with company equipment. Prospective employees must have good oral and written communication skills, and good organization skills. They must be honest and have a good work ethic. Required production goals will be established and monitored.Applicants must be willing to relocate to the Tuscaloosa, Alabama area. Work travel and long hours are also required on occasion. Salary: $60,000-$70,000 Benefits: The starting salary range for this position is $60,000 to $70,000 per year. Employer provides complete health and dental insurance coverage for the employee and family. Employee will be eligible to participate in the company sponsored 401K retirement plan, after meeting eligibility requirements. Employees are provided with a company vehicle and company phone. All work and travel expenses are covered by the company How to Apply: Please contact Tisa Fincher via email: tisa@mlforestresources.com.
