Forestry Technician - Applicator

Better Meadows and Woodlands, LLP

Forest Technician/Applicator

Dept: Field

Direct Supervisor: Foreman TBD

Purpose:

This position is an entry level forestry technician and timber stand improvement specialist with Better Meadows & Woodlands, LLP. The successful candidate will possess/will master a wide range of skills as listed in the qualifications section. Compensation to increase with the candidate’s increased knowledge, skills, and abilities. This position is intended to work as part of a team to accomplish landowner goals, such as invasive species control, tree planting, timber stand improvement, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Invasive species control including chemical applications and mechanical removal
• Work with herbicide: accurately and safely mix and apply herbicide, using appropriate PPE
• Chainsaw operation to achieve TSI/Habitat Management: forest thinning, crop tree release; timber marking; patch clearcuts; grassland establishment; wetland enhancement
• Interact with landowners in a professional manner
• Maintain equipment and tools: chainsaws maintained and sharp; chemical application equipment cleaned, maintained, and calibrated; keep machinery and vehicles up to date on maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

Major Challenges:

• This is physical work that requires the team member to operate a chainsaw, backpack sprayer, or other hand tools in a forested setting.
• Team members must be capable of traversing various surfaces including untamed forestland. While team members will usually be part of a crew on site, they should be comfortable working on their own for the majority of work time.
• This position will consist of year round field work. Team members must be able to dress for all weather types.

Performance Evaluation Criteria: Probationary (3mo) and Annual

• Tree/Shrub ID
• Pesticide License/Trained Applicator status
• Chainsaw safety/efficiency
• Accuracy of herbicide applications
• Speed of herbicide applications

Qualifications:

• Minimum:
• Ability to identify common invasive species of Ohio
• Ability to operate backpack and hand sprayers
• Ability to operate a chainsaw and other hand tools
• Current driver's license/must also be insurable under BM&W, LLP auto policy
• Preferred:
• Ability to identify common trees/shrubs/herbaceous plants and grasses of Ohio
• Ohio Pesticide applicators License with Commercial Core, Aquatic Pest, and Forest Pest Control
• Ability to operate backpack and hand sprayers
• Ability to operate a chainsaw and other hand tools
• Current driver's license/must also be insurable under BM&W, LLP auto policy

Compensation:

• $15.00-$25.00 hourly
• Major holidays paid
• Health and vision insurance
• Simple IRA 3% company match after 3-month probationary period
• 1 week paid vacation (must be approved by supervisor)
• $500.00 sign on bonus after 3-month probationary period

Work Schedule:

• Typical work week M-F 8hrs (hours may vary)
• May work 4-10 hour days at times
• Opportunities for overtime

Applications will be accepted until May 15th or until the positions are filled.

Please email resume and cover letter to:

Bryan Kuchta, CEO

Better Meadows & Woodlands, LLP

216.215.1115

[email protected]

Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person