Forestry Technician

Stella Jones Corporation

Rison, AR

Stella-Jones seeks a qualified Forestry Technician. Successful candidate will contribute to the timber procurement program of the Southern Operations and is responsible for maintaining the quality and cost-effectiveness of pole timber purchased. Position will assist the Forester Buyer with locating, cruising, and marking of poles in Central and Eastern Arkansas and Springhill, LA regions. Position will be based out of our Rison, AR facility. Primary Responsibilities

• Ensures proper quantity and quality of materials received to locations.

• Marks standing timber. • Oversees logging crews to ensure proper processing of materials.

• Assist with timber cruises to determine volume, size and quality of timber stands.

• Engage in internal and external opportunities for timber cruising training.

• Purchases barkie poles, focus on non-industrial suppliers.

• Inspects white wood at remote locations.

• Assists with inventory counts. Qualifications

• Forestry technical degree preferred

• 2 years previous timber experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong work ethic. Has high standards and holds self and others accountable

• Commitment to safety and environmental stewardship

• Ability to work independently or as part of the team

• Proficiency in the use of personal computers (MS Office) Benefits

• Annual bonus program opportunity • Comprehensive benefits plans including

• 3 different medical plans to choose from • Company paid dental and vision coverage

• Company paid life insurance policy

• Company paid accidental death and dismemberment policy

• Company paid long term disability benefits

• 401k plan with a company match of 150% on the first 4% deferred

• Robust employee assistance program

• Opportunity to purchase Stella-Jones stock through payroll deduction

• 9 paid holidays each year

• 2 weeks paid vacation the first year

• Paid sick hours and personal hours

About The Company Stella-Jones Inc. is a leading producer and marketer of pressure treated wood products. The Company supplies North America's railroad operators with railway ties and timbers, and the continent's electrical utilities and telecommunication companies with utility poles. Stella-Jones also manufactures and distributes residential lumber and accessories to retailers for outdoor applications, as well as industrial products which include marine and foundation pilings, construction timbers, wood for bridges and coal tar based products. The Company's common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ). Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled