Prentiss and Carlisle (P&C) is currently accepting applications for an Operations Forester for the greater Enfield/Milo, Maine area. This position is based out of our Bangor, Maine office but is considered a hybrid position with most of the time spent working remotely.
P&C is a 4th generation forest management company established in 1924. As a leading and trusted forest management firm, P&C provides timberland management and consulting services for clients throughout the United States and eastern Canada. We serve a wide range of forest ownership types including family timberlands, conservation group lands, investment organization properties, and municipal forestlands. Most managed properties are enrolled in third party group certification programs. P&C has a strong culture of teamwork with a full support network including a Safety Committee, Human Resources, IT, GIS/Inventory, and Land Use Specialists – apply today to join the P&C team.
JOB DESCRIPTION & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Short (annual) and medium-term (5-year) planning of harvest operation locations including anticipated volumes, silvicultural prescriptions, applicable permitting and notifications, road locations, operational instructions, and associated maps within a defined district of responsibility.
- Location and layout of timber harvest boundaries and forest roads including delineation of riparian zones (streams, brooks, lakes, bogs, etc.), biodiversity features, and property lines.
- Regular inspections of the harvest & road operations to ensure compliance with the planned objectives, proper utilization of timber products, environmental regulations, and proper Chain of Custody procedures. Also includes the completion of pre-harvest conference documentation and written inspection reports.
- Participation in 3rd party certification audits on an annual basis.
- Assistance in preparation of allowable cut calculations, management plans, annual land management budgets, and harvesting and road construction contracts including the monitoring of invoicing from these contracts.
- Complete various other forest management tasks including timber cruising, marking property lines for renewal, reconnaissance of managed lands for HBU (higher and better use), maintaining a knowledge of land use issues such as access, dumping, public use, and environmental situations, and working with other landowners and agencies such as LUPC, IF&W, and DEP on matters related to managed lands.
- When called upon, assist with special company projects within or outside of P&C managed lands such as timber cruising, land use studies, due diligence, etc
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Strong safety values especially applicable to the forest products industry.
- This position requires a BS degree in forestry or related field with 3 years of field experience.
- Possession of a current Maine Forester’s License or ability to obtain a Maine Forester’s License.
- Proficiency in relevant silvicultural, harvest operation, and mensuration skills.
- Ability to work independently outside in all weather conditions and remote locations.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro. Experience with ArcGIS Online is helpful but not necessary.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Prentiss & Carlisle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive wage commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefit package including a company vehicle, cell phone, and computer, paid vacation and holidays, health & dental insurance, life & disability insurance, and 401(k) matching & profit-sharing contributions. Qualified applicants should email a cover letter and a resume to hiring@prentissandcarlisle.com or mail to Prentiss & Carlisle Management Co., Inc., P.O. Box 637, Bangor, ME 04402. Subject: Operations Forester – Maine