What are the responsibilities and job description for the Area Forester position at Biewer Lumber - Newton?
Biewer Forest Management South, Inc. located at Biewer Sawmill in Newton, MS is looking to add a Full-Time Area Forester to our team in Newton, MS. The Area Forester will provide support to the Newton and Winona, MS sawmills. Candidates should have experience in forestry and a willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions. All job duties must be performed safely.
- Company car provided
- Monthly check allowance
Accountabilities:
- Conducting an inventory of standing timber.
- Supporting MS territories for forestry sales.
- Flagging timber sales/property lines.
- Logging supervision.
- Perform log quality inspections.
- Assist area foresters and Procurement Manager.
- Working knowledge of forest management and related.
- Timber crushing, property line identification, and timber marking.
Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- B.S. in Forestry is preferred.
- 3 years of forestry experience.
- Must be proficient with Excel, Word, and mapping software.
- A great deal of bending/walking in uneven/thick terrain in adverse conditions.
- Work Environment combined with in-office and out-of-office environment.
- Ability to work independently.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Newton, MS 39345: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
