Forestry Careers

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There is a Green Job for everyone in the forestry industry!

People who work in Green Jobs take pride in having an occupation that benefits the environment. Use this guide to learn more about the forestry jobs that interest you most.

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Export Manager

An Export Manager understands the product needs of outside markets and oversees the arrangements to export products, including both the shipping logistics and the sale of the products to the end buyer.

Forest Biometrician

Forest Biometricians use research, mathematics and statistics to help their company make decisions about the future. They may write papers for their company or for trade publications to share their findings.

Forest Engineer

Forest engineers design, negotiate and supervise major projects in the forest, including road construction, bridge installations, harvest unit designs, and the development of rock quarries. All this work must be done with the least possible impact on the environment.

Forest Technician

A Forest Technician manages the forest. Typical responsibilities include monitoring for harmful insects and tree diseases, coordinating reforestation efforts, and calculating sustainable yields of forest trees.

Forester

Foresters guide decisions and policies for land management. Among job responsibilities, they plant and care for forests, look out for vulnerable wildlife species and protect water quality.

Forestry Firefighter

This job is focused on preventing and fighting fires in the forest. As a trained wildfire firefighter, this individual will be prepared to fight wildfire at a moment's notice during dry seasons. Prevention is also key, with active work done to eliminate fire risk.

Geologist

Forest geologists study landforms, soil types, rock structures and groundwater flows that contribute to the forest ecosystem and develop proper management strategies to promote a healthy and sustainable forest.

Production Planner

Production Planners guide the flow of work between departments and ensure the company follows a closely-aligned plan to optimize efficiency and production.

Green Jobs in Forestry

Salary Information

The forestry industry offers competitive salaries, reflecting the growing demand in our field. View our salaries page to view examples of Rayonier's salary ranges for professional forestry positions.

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Green Jobs in Forestry

Education Information

There are career paths for every education level in the forestry industry. Learn more about schools that offer vocational certificates and college-level degree programs relating to forestry.

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