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Roseburg Forest Products

Forester I

Roseburg Forest Products, North Bend, Oregon, United States, 97459

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Purpose This is an entry level position with a focus on learning the basic principles of silviculture and applied intensive forestry as practiced by Roseburg. This is a field-oriented position with office work limited to project planning/management. The workload is usually assigned by the Forester III or Area Forestry Manager.

Brief Description This is an entry level position with a focus on learning the basic principles of silviculture and applied intensive forestry as practiced by Roseburg. This is a field-oriented position with office work limited to project planning/management. The workload is usually assigned by the Forester III or Area Forestry Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Independently plan, implement and administer assigned projects

Use working knowledge of herbicides, their modes of action, and field application techniques to execute field work

Perform inventory cruising independent field work to RRC specifications

Perform harvest unit layout including riparian buffers and road design to RRC specifications

Develop a working understanding of state rules and regulations pertaining to forest practices and reporting procedures governing operations

Assist in preparing bid packages for project work, solicit and review bids and make recommendations for contract awards

Prepare contracts and bid summaries for management approval

Administer and inspect contractor work for compliance with contract specifications for various silvicultural activities including but not limited to; tree planting, pre-commercial thinning, vegetation management, and animal damage control

Accurately cruise all assigned timber sales for Procurement department

Conduct stocking surveys and become proficient in identifying and developing vegetation management and restocking prescriptions

Use knowledge of brush species common in our operating area to execute a brush control plan as assigned

Secure an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicators License within 6 months and maintain license through continuing education

Become qualified at the LRB level for wildfire suppression in conjunction with agency partners

Generate GIS work maps for field work

Assist other foresters with slash burning and become familiar with burn permitting procedures and regulations as they relate to smoke management and air quality control

Independently recognize and solve complex issues in the assigned work packageContinuously gain knowledge and skills as informed by the assigned development plan

Maintain good relationships with the public and neighbors at all times

Represent the Company positively in all interactions with agencies and industry cooperators

Interact directly with state agencies, as necessary, to move projects forward

Model Company core values

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or Natural Resources, with 6-12 months related forestry field experience or minimum 2 years of forestry field experience.

Physically capable of working productively on steep and adverse terrain in all weather conditions

Ability to work alone and navigate in the woods using maps and/or aerial photos

Proficient in the safe use of 4X4 trucks on steep terrain and on varied road surfaces

Competency with Microsoft Office products and experience with GIS

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Forestry

About Roseburg Forest Products Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately held company based in Springfield, Oregon. With a legacy in sustainable forestry and innovative wood products manufacturing, we are a leading North American producer of engineered wood, exterior trim, plywood, lumber, and medium density fiberboard (MDF). Our products shape and support homes, workplaces, and industries, while our timberlands protect forest health for future generations and provide high-quality wood fiber for our integrated operations.

At Roseburg, we believe in making lives better from the ground up through the products we create, the relationships we build, and the communities we support. Our team of passionate professionals value safety, integrity, and excellence in all we do. From the mill to the forest to the office, you’ll find opportunities to grow and contribute to a company that cares for people, communities, and the environment.

Learn more about who we are and what we do at www.roseburg.com.

Benefits At Roseburg

Bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance

401(k) with up to 4% company match and 3% automatic company contribution

Vacation starting at 3 weeks and 11 paid holidays per year

Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance options

Mental health benefits for the entire family, including 8 free annual sessions per person

Wellness programs and incentives, including biometric screenings & wellness challenges

Paid time away from work for illness or injury, as well as paid parental bonding time

Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

Company match for charitable contributions

Education assistance and professional development support

Financial and retirement counseling

Additional voluntary benefits including pet insurance, student loan refinancing, and exclusive scholarships for child dependents, and more!

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY AND VETERANS

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

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