Forestry and Wildlife Specialist
Job Description:
Implement technical wildlife and forestry activities on state and private land throughout Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri at project locations. Conducts timber stand improvement, hack and squirt, mechanical and hand conservation tree planting, edge feathering, cedar removal, spraying invasive plants, streambank stabilization projects, and other forestry related activities. Assist with ground preparation, planting native grass, food plot installation, maintaining boundary markers, prescribed fire, equipment repair and maintenance, along with mixing and applying herbicides. Perform other duties as required.
Job Qualifications:
Bachelors of Science in forestry, wildlife biology, natural resources or other closely related fields preferred, but willing to train the right person. Knowledge of and ability to operate tractors, light duty trucks and trailers, all-terrain vehicles, chainsaws, sprayers, and other farm implements. Individual must be extremely self-motivated, dependable, hardworking, and eager to learn. Valid driver’s license required.
Company Overview:
Custom Forestry Applications LLC was established in 2008 and operates out of Robinson, Kansas specializing in forestry and wildlife management practices for state, federal, and private landowners. Most projects are within a 1-3 hour radius from the headquarters. Lodging and vehicles are provided while traveling. 7 holidays are paid along with 60 hours of paid time off per year. No health benefits are offered currently. The typical work week is Monday through Thursday, 10-hour days. This is a fast paced, goal driven, and exciting opportunity to get first hand forestry and wildlife habitat management experience with a growing business.
If interested please email cover letter, resume, 3 references, and a copy of valid driver’s license to:
Luke Terry, Owner
Custom Forestry Applications LLC
2284 250th Street
Robinson, KS 66532
785-547-7777