Forestry Worker
Employer
64672 Cook Ave (Report to Work)
Bend, OR 97703
United States
Job description
Duties may include: Workers will perform tree planting using hoedads, shovels, dibble bars, &/or work on an auger crew as either: scalper; augerman; or planter. Work includes selecting plantable spot, clearing debris from spot, opening hole for seedling, planting and filling/firming soil around roots, smoothing the ground surface. Work includes helping with the handling of seedlings, bagging up seedlings, dipping seedlings in water, clean-up of job site. Once planting season is over, workers will be involved in hand cutting work for woody fuels reduction, density management, habitat improvement and similar Forestry treatments. Chainsaw and hand tools are used. Some slash piling work may also be performed & other related Forestry Worker activities as per SOC/OES 45-4011 (onetonline.org). Possible weekend/holiday work. Overtime possible, but not required or guaranteed. At Employer’s sole discretion: possible raises and/or bonuses based on individual factors such as work performance or skill (not guaranteed). Optional, shared housing available at no cost to the worker.
Special Requirements
Must be 18 due to goverment contracts. Must show proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. Drug/alcohol/tobacco free work zone. Must walk substantially (up to 15 miles/day), also stoop, bend while carrying a pack (up to 50lbs) thru rough terrain (non-trail). All applicants must be able, willing and qualified to perform work described and must be available for the entire period specified and work throughout all areas of intended employment. Work is performed outdoors, exposed to weather; must be capable of doing physically strenuous labor for long hours, occasionally in extreme heat or cold. Variable weather conditions apply; hours may fluctuate (+/-), possible downtime and/or overtime.