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Responsible for the procurement of standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s). Basic Function
Responsible for the procurement of standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s).
Responsibilities
Purchase standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s). Maintain records of all contacts with landowners in company database. Assist with sale of logs not being used in Pike sawmills. Performs related work as required as directed by their supervisor.
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Oral Communication Skills
Written Communication Skills
Proficient in Timber Marking, cruising and procurement of timber and logs.
Professionalism
Technical Communication Skills
Aptitude for logging methods
Math Aptitude
Education/Training
College Degree in Forest Management or equivalent
Successful completion of Pike 6 month Procurement Forester Training Course
Experience
None Required
Certifications/Licenses
Drivers License
Timber Buyers license
Certified training in Indiana BMPs - preferred
Physical Requirements for Work Comp Light Duty
Be able to walk over hilly, rough terrain for an entire day (8+ hours). Be able to climb, squat, stoop and twist to maneuver through the woods and obstacles such as downed trees. Be able to push or pull logs or other debris out of way. Be able to drive for 5 or more hours.
Benefits:
Paid holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy that covers vacation, sick and personal days off Health Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance ShortTerm and LongTerm Disability Insurance Multiple Medical Tax Deferred Savings Accounts Tax Deferred Dependent Care Account Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (company only contribution) 401k Retirement Plan with Traditional and Roth accounts (employee only contribution) Potential access to hunting and fishing on companyowned properties Potential access to vacation cottage near Turkey Run State Park Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance Gym Membership Reimbursement Safety Toe Footwear partial reimbursement Seniority level
Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
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Akron Procurement Forester
role at
Pike Lumber Company, Inc. 4 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Akron Procurement Forester
role at
Pike Lumber Company, Inc. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Basic Function
Responsible for the procurement of standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s). Basic Function
Responsible for the procurement of standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s).
Responsibilities
Purchase standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s). Maintain records of all contacts with landowners in company database. Assist with sale of logs not being used in Pike sawmills. Performs related work as required as directed by their supervisor.
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Oral Communication Skills
Written Communication Skills
Proficient in Timber Marking, cruising and procurement of timber and logs.
Professionalism
Technical Communication Skills
Aptitude for logging methods
Math Aptitude
Education/Training
College Degree in Forest Management or equivalent
Successful completion of Pike 6 month Procurement Forester Training Course
Experience
None Required
Certifications/Licenses
Drivers License
Timber Buyers license
Certified training in Indiana BMPs - preferred
Physical Requirements for Work Comp Light Duty
Be able to walk over hilly, rough terrain for an entire day (8+ hours). Be able to climb, squat, stoop and twist to maneuver through the woods and obstacles such as downed trees. Be able to push or pull logs or other debris out of way. Be able to drive for 5 or more hours.
Benefits:
Paid holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy that covers vacation, sick and personal days off Health Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance ShortTerm and LongTerm Disability Insurance Multiple Medical Tax Deferred Savings Accounts Tax Deferred Dependent Care Account Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (company only contribution) 401k Retirement Plan with Traditional and Roth accounts (employee only contribution) Potential access to hunting and fishing on companyowned properties Potential access to vacation cottage near Turkey Run State Park Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance Gym Membership Reimbursement Safety Toe Footwear partial reimbursement Seniority level
Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries
Paper & Forest Products Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Pike Lumber Company, Inc. by 2x Get notified about new Forester jobs in
Akron, IN . Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr