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Forestry and Wildlife Specialist

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Title
Forestry and Wildlife Specialist
Organization
Custom Forestry Applications
Description

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. 


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.  Holiday pay is offered along with paid time off.  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. 

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.
Salary
Job Type
Full Time Entry Level
Location
Robinson, Kansas United States
Posted on
2024-06-06
Expires on
2024-08-05
Desired Start Date
Not provided
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