Deadline: Fri, 09/20/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Steigrewaldt Land Services, Inc. Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: Tennessee Location Detail: Knoxville, TN Job Description: POSITION: Inventory Forester JOB TYPE: Limited-Term, Full-Time, Hourly LOCATION: Tennessee (Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Cookeville, Sevierville) TERM: Eligible for 6 or 9-month term WHO WE ARE Steigerwaldt Land Services, Inc., is a full-service resource solution company, offering a wide range of appraisal, analysis, real estate, right-of-way, environmental, and forestry services to our clients in the Lake States region and beyond. Founded in 1957, Steigerwaldt is a third-generation, family owned and operated company with history and experience spanning more than 60 years. Steigerwaldt employs a staff of over 50 people, with offices in Tomahawk and Hayward, Wisconsin; and Marquette, Michigan. We are currently seeking limited-term, full-time Inventory Foresters located in the state of Tennessee, predominantly working in the area of the Cumberland Plateau . This role is responsible for providing project support in the state of Tennessee, with a focus of forest inventory production. Project support is needed during peak production time, which is tentatively September 2024 - March 2025. This is considered an entry-level position, although previous professional experience is helpful. Individuals in this role must be located in Tennessee. WHAT YOU WILL DO Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: -Inventory data collection with necessary level of speed and precision dependent upon project requirements -Detailed tree data recording of field observations -Forest inventory data management and quality control -Field project logistics and planning -Field hardware and software setup, support, and management -Final inventory product development -Carbon and forest inventory field leadership -Utilizing sub-meter GPS for a variety of applications including timber sale establishment, plot location collection, and wetland boundary recording -Stand reconnaissance and silvicultural planning -Periodic travel on project may exceed ±50 percent (in state) -Other duties as assigned Qualifications: WHO YOU ARE You are a supportive and reliable team member that engages in building a great team and work culture. You are driven and motivated to be a part of a successful team and provide high-quality service and results. You show persistence, tenacity, and grit every day, through tough conditions and deadlines with energy and enthusiasm. You are curious and open-minded in exploring solutions and opportunities. You are a caretaker of resources, people, and company. You thrive working in a fast-paced, highly driven environment and can adapt quickly to changing conditions and priorities. You must have an adventurous side and enjoy travel. -Engage in active listening to understand and act on the expectations of peers, supervisors, and clients. -Embrace change and can modify behavior and plans to effectively achieve goals. -Adaptability, flexibility, and change agility is necessary. -Has the drive, energy, and initiative to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals. -A team player who is an ambassador of integrity, respect, curiosity, and flexibility. -An individual who uses Steigerwaldt’s mission of ‘Quality work fast, with honesty and integrity; rooted in our passion for stewardship of resources and relationships.’ as a benchmark for decision making and standard of work. -An effective problem solver that can identify the root of a problem, provide productive solutions, act decisively, and show good judgement. PREFERRED SKILLS -Desire to develop a career as a professional forester in a fast-paced and diverse consulting business -Working towards or earned a 2 or 4-year degree in forestry or natural resource management -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 GIS software and GIS mapping and data collection principles -Ability to travel and conduct overnight work away from home base – travel up to 25-40 percent or more -Current valid driver’s license with personal vehicle suitable for forestry work (mileage is reimbursed) -ATV certification -A team player who is confident, respectful, curious, flexible, and able to work with other professionals in a growing, successful, and respected business Miscellaneous: WORK ENVIRONMENT This position is remote-based and is roughly 95 percent field work and 5 percent office work. COMPENSATION Wage commensurate with experience. POSTING DATE July 19, 2024. Position will be filled within one to three months. Interviews will be scheduled throughout this time period. Expected start is August 2024. Please note that these positions may be filled sooner, as there is flexibility in the start date. CONTACT For any hiring questions, please reach out to Travis Polinske at travis.polinske@steigerwaldt.com or 715-409-8535. Steigerwaldt is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. Salary: $15.00 - $20.00/hour How to Apply: https://steigerwaldt.bamboohr.com/careers/117?source=aWQ9MzY%3D
