Job description
Join Northwest Timber & Forest Services as a Forestry Technician in Portland, OR. This role blends on-the-ground fieldwork with data-driven forest management, supporting sustainable timber operations, habitat restoration, and forest health monitoring.
We value practical skills, curiosity, and teamwork. You’ll work alongside seasoned foresters to help protect and enhance forest resources for future generations.
Responsibility
- Conduct tree identification, DBH measurements, and species inventories during field surveys.
- Collect and validate field data using digital tools (GPS, tablets, GIS apps).
- Assist in reforestation, thinning, and site preparation projects to restore degraded stands.
- Monitor forest health indicators and report signs of pests, disease, or stress with photos and notes.
- Support the development of timber inventories and stand maps for planning and compliance.
- Collaborate with foresters, ecologists, and land managers to implement sustainable practices.
- Ensure adherence to safety, environmental regulations, and data quality standards in the field.
Qualification
- High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in forestry, environmental science, or related field preferred.
- Experience with GPS, GIS, data collection apps, or forestry equipment.
- Knowledge of tree species identification and measurement techniques (DBH, height).
- Strong safety mindset and ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
- Excellent communication and teamwork; ability to document findings clearly.
- Physical ability to hike long distances, carry field gear, and operate in rugged terrain.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; willingness to travel to project sites.