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Forest Technician/ Forester I

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Forest Technician/ Forester I

Organization
American Forest Management, Inc.

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Join the vibrant team at American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) as a Forest Technician/Forester I in Chester, SC. Reporting directly to the District Manager, this function plays a pivotal part in comprehensive forest management, superviseing planning, permitting, timber harvest, road construction, silviculture, client reporting, and budgeting. You'll also handle additional tasks assigned by the District and Region Manager.

More about who we are:
American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) is the largest forest consulting firm in the United States.  AFM currently manages approximately 5.6 million acres of privately owned timberland and has sold over $5.4 billion in real estate transactions under AFM Real Estate, a subsidiary of AFM. With 300+ employees operating from 52 offices located in 20 states, Panama and Costa Rica, AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services. Our small regionally dispersed offices allow us to provide individualized services, and our large overall size allows us to coordinate teams of foresters and technical specialists for large, complex jobs.

AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services including land and wildlife management, land sale and acquisition services, forest inventory and design, growth and yield modeling, cash flow projections, environmental services, appraisal, forest resource data management and harvest scheduling.

Key Job responsibilities:
   » All aspects of fieldwork, office work, analysis, and reporting to landowner/client.
   » Collaborate in budget development and management.
   » Utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) for effective property management.
   » Operate within the Sustainable Forestry Initiative's objectives.
   » Assists in planning, negotiations, administration, and inspection of other forestry-related activities such as road construction and maintenance, timber marking, boundary establishment, and other land management projects as assigned.
   » Participates in forest inventory projects individually or with a team.
   » Perform all aspects of timber sale development, including timber inventory, boundary establishment, preparing timber sale bid notices, marketing, and reviewing timber sale contracts.
   » Fulfill other assignments from the District and Region Manager.

Appropriate qualifications:
   »Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or related field OR Associate’s Degree in Forestry with 2+ years of practice.
   » Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
   » Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
   » Proficient team player with adaptcapability.
   » Capcapability to work in challenging field conditions.
   » Valid Driver’s License with safe vehicle operation skills.
   » Preferred practice with ArcGIS software.
   » Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools like Word and Excel.
   »Soft Special Skills: communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptcapability, attention to detail, time management and decision-making.

Work Environment:
this function balances office work with remote field assignments. Fieldwork often involves solo ventures into remote forest lands accessed by private unimproved roads, necessitating off-road driving skills. Expect extended periods outdoors, including adverse weather conditions like summer heat and extreme cold. Travel to properties across South Carolina is required, potentially involving out-of-town and overnight stays (expenses covered).

income and advantages:
   » Expected income commensurate with practice.
   » Additional compensation:
   » Company provided vehicle with endlesspersonal use
   » Eligible for annual and new business bonus plans
   » Paid vacations, sick time and holidays
   » Medical, Dental, and Vision healthcare plans
   » Short- & Long-Term Discapability plans available
   » 401(K) retirement plan with matching company contributions
   » Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program

Join us in our commitment to forest management excellence and a dynamic work environment. Apply now to contribute your skills to our team!

To apply, please CLICK HERE

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

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Job Type
Full Time Entry Level, Full Time practiced

Location
Chester, South CarolinaUnited States

Posted on
2024-05-16

Expires on
2024-07-15

Desired Start Date
Not provided

How to submit the application:
To apply, please click here: https://americanforestmanagementinc.applytojob.com/apply/C75eIV7x9P/Forest- Technician-Forester-I

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Job Location: Chester, South Carolina
Address: Chester
Company Type Employer
Post Date: 05/17/2024 / Viewed 13 times
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Company: American Forest Management, Inc.


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