FORESTRY

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong background in all phases of timber sale administration and log purchasing. Maintain an excellent record for keeping mills supplied with logs purchased at the best price possible. Recognized for ability to accurately estimate the value of a stand and judge the quality of logs.

EMPLOYMENT

Forester - Responsible for maintaining an adequate supply of logs for the stud mill and for obtaining them at a profitable price. Appraise timber stands placed on sale by the US Forest Service, Department of Natural Resources, Corps of Engineers, and private owners. Assess the value of the logs on the open market and determine the amount of timber usable by the stud mill. Have appraised over one hundred timber sales. Develop excellent working relations with other sawmills and purchase logs from those mills as well as independent loggers. Purchase approximately 10 million board feet per year.

Forestry Technician - For preparation of timber sales, tag boundaries, cruise stands for volume, identify trees for cutting, and assist in putting in road locations. Develop environmental impact statements for proposed timber sales after reconning designated areas. Make recommendations regarding road development, silviculture, logging techniques, and post harvest activity.