Farm - Forest Manager
About the role
The Farm-Forest Manager supports the Reynold Homestead FRRC in development, installation and completion of projects and maintenance of facilities.
Responsibilities
- Knowledge of forest management, forest biology, plant ID (especially trees), and ecosystem relationships.
- Ability to read and understand complex instructions relating to research; ability to pay attention to detail and keep accurate records; ability to set priorities; work independently and follow schedules.
- Exhibit mechanical, electrical and plumbing knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair equipment failures; knowledge of farm machinery and skill with power tools.
- Able to be a team player; previous forestry or related research experience preferred.
Requirements
- Knowledge of forest management, forest biology, plant ID (especially trees), and ecosystem relationships.
- Ability to read and understand complex instructions relating to research; ability to pay attention to detail and keep accurate records; ability to set priorities; work independently and follow schedules.
- Exhibit mechanical, electrical and plumbing knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair equipment failures; knowledge of farm machinery and skill with power tools.
- Able to be a team player; previous forestry or related research experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of forest management, forest biology, plant ID (especially trees), and ecosystem relationships.
- Ability to read and understand complex instructions relating to research; ability to pay attention to detail and keep accurate records; ability to set priorities; work independently and follow schedules.
- Exhibit mechanical, electrical and plumbing knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair equipment failures; knowledge of farm machinery and skill with power tools.
- Able to be a team player; previous forestry or related research experience preferred.
Skills
- Knowledge of forest management, forest biology, plant ID (especially trees), and ecosystem relationships.
- Ability to read and understand complex instructions relating to research; ability to pay attention to detail and keep accurate records; ability to set priorities; work independently and follow schedules.
- Exhibit mechanical, electrical and plumbing knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair equipment failures; knowledge of farm machinery and skill with power tools.
- Able to be a team player; previous forestry or related research experience preferred.
Benefits
- Criminal conviction check required.
Pay
Pay Band: 2
Overtime Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Schedule
Hours per week: 40
Review Date
March 24, 2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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