The position is entry-level; previous professional experience is helpful but not required.
Ability to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals.
Must have a current valid driver's license and a personal vehicle suitable for forestry work.
Must be able to travel, including overnight work away from the office; project travel may exceed 50 percent and some assignments may last three to four weeks.
Must be able to perform frequent walking and standing, work outdoors in varying weather, and lift or carry up to 35 pounds.
Must be able to use a computer, tablet, and/or cell phone and exercise independent decision-making.
Responsibilities
Support daily operations and projects in the Forest Operations, Environmental, and Tree Farm departments.
Perform tree farm planting and harvesting.
Coordinate planting logistics and supervision.
Research and plan cover crops.
Monitor tree and forest health, research solutions, and complete prescribed treatments.
Provide Florida retail support in November and December.
Provide crossover support to Tree Farm, Environmental, Forest Operations, and arborist work when applicable.
Research and delineate harvest boundaries using a sub-meter GPS unit.
Mark and set up timber sales and establish them according to site-specific prescriptions across timber types common to the Lake States.
Collect inventory data at the speed and precision required by each project.
Conduct stand reconnaissance and silvicultural planning.
Supervise and administer reforestation.
Conduct vegetation sampling and identify plants and trees within sample plot areas.
Identify and control invasive species.
Travel periodically on projects, potentially exceeding 50 percent and including in-state and out-of-state travel.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Desire to develop a career as a professional forester in a fast-paced and diverse consulting business.
Familiarity with Lake States forest management and timber harvest administration.
A two- or four-year degree in Forest Management, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Superior written and oral communication skills.
Competence with Microsoft Office software.
Experience with GPS data collection and processing.
Experience with ESRI GIS software and GIS mapping and data collection principles.
Ability to travel and conduct overnight work away from the office, including travel of 25 to 40 percent or more.
ATV and snowmobile certifications.
POSITION: Forest Health Specialist
JOB TYPE: Full-time
LOCATION: Tomahawk, WI
WHO WE ARE
Steigerwaldt Land Services, Inc., is a full-service resource solution company, offering a wide range of appraisal, analysis, real estate, right-of-way, environmental, and forestry services to our clients in the Lake States region and beyond. Founded in 1957, Steigerwaldt is a third-generation, family owned and operated company with history and experience spanning more than 65 years. Steigerwaldt employs a staff of over 70 people, with offices in Tomahawk and Hayward, Wisconsin; and Marquette, Michigan.
Becoming a member of Steigerwaldt is more than just an opportunity to follow your passion in forestry. It is an opportunity to be a part of an organization that fosters professional growth, nurtures your talent, and allows you to take ownership of your career path. A strong sense of brand, culture, and values define our company and our team. Our office culture is one that values synergy in the office and in the field.
Steigerwaldt creates a transparent and inclusive environment that involves you in team decision-making, cross-department learning, career path exploration, and hands-on experiences for you to grow your breadth of knowledge.
If this sounds like the supportive, passion-driven, professional environment you will thrive in, please apply to join our team. We are currently seeking a full-time Forester at our Hayward or Tomahawk office location. This is considered an entry-level position, although previous professional experience is helpful.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
This position resides in our Land and Resource Management Division and will support daily operations and projects in the Forest Operations, Environmental, and Tree Farm departments. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Tree farm planting and harvesting
Planting logistics and supervision
Cover crop research and planning
Monitor tree/forest health, research solutions, and complete prescribed treatments
Florida retail support in November/December
Tree Farm, Environmental, Forest Operations, and arborist (if applicable) crossover support
Harvest boundary research and delineation, technical skill with sub-meter GPS unit
Timber sale marking, setup, and establishment following site-specific prescriptions on all timber types common to Lake States
Inventory data collection with necessary level of speed and precision dependent upon project requirements
Stand reconnaissance and silvicultural planning
Reforestation supervision and administration
Vegetation sampling - Identification of all plants and trees within sample plot area
Invasive species identification and control
Periodic travel on project may exceed ±50 percent (in and out of state)
Other duties as assigned
WHO YOU ARE
You are a supportive and reliable team member that engages in building a great team and work culture. You are driven and motivated to be a part of a successful team and provide high-quality service and results. You show persistence, tenacity, and grit every day, through tough conditions and deadlines with energy and enthusiasm. You are curious and open-minded in exploring solutions and opportunities. You are a caretaker of resources, people, and company. You thrive working in a fast-paced, highly driven environment and can adapt quickly to changing conditions and priorities. You must have an adventurous side, enjoy significant travel, and thrive in high-pressure situations and working with tight deadlines.
Engage in active listening to understand and act on the expectations of peers, supervisors, and clients.
Embrace change and can modify behavior and plans to effectively achieve goals. Adaptability, flexibility, and change agility is necessary.
Has the drive, energy, and initiative to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals.
A team player who is an ambassador of integrity, respect, curiosity, and flexibility.
An individual who uses Steigerwaldt’s mission of ‘Quality work fast, with honesty and integrity; rooted in our passion for stewardship of resources and relationships.’ as a benchmark for decision making and standard of work.
An effective problem solver that can identify the root of a problem, provide productive solutions, act decisively, and show good judgement.
PREFERRED SKILLS
Desire to develop a career as a professional forester in a fast-paced and diverse consulting business
Familiarity with Lake States forest management and timber harvest administration
2 or 4 year degree in Forest Management, Environmental Science, or related field
Ability to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals
Superior written and oral communication skills
Competent with Microsoft Office software
Experience with GPS data collecting and processing
Experience with ESRI GIS software and GIS mapping and data collection principles
Ability to travel and conduct overnight work away from the office – travel up to 25-40 percent or more
Current valid driver’s license with personal vehicle suitable for forestry work (mileage is reimbursed)
ATV and snowmobile certifications
A team player who is confident, respectful, curious, flexible, and able to work with other professionals in a growing, successful, and respected business
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Due to the nature of the team approach to our field work and needed access to equipment and company vehicles, the Forest Health Specialist position is considered a resident or office-based position with remote work possible, upon approval from the supervisor. The position is roughly 95 percent field work and 5 percent office work.
The position will be primarily performed in an outdoor setting and includes very frequent exposure to outdoor weather, such as heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow. This job may be frequently performed in a field or forest, and safety precautions must be taken. Overnight travel to project or client sites may be required (some assignments may be 3-4 weeks in length).
The nature of this job will require frequent walking and standing - sometimes for long periods of time. The use of hands for repetitive grasping and fine manipulation is required. Must utilize hearing for discussions, telephone use, and background noise. While performing the essential functions of the job, one may occasionally bend, squat, reach above head, kneel, and push or pull. Some lifting or carrying may be required (up to 35 lbs). While performing this job, one will use a computer, tablet, and/or cell phone. This job will require independent decision-making skills.
COMPENSATION
Salary commensurate with experience.
POSTING DATE
October 14, 2026. Position will be filled within one to three months. Interviews will be scheduled throughout this time period. Please note that these positions may be filled sooner, as there is flexibility in the start date.
CONTACT
For any hiring questions, please reach out to Travis Polinske at [email protected]or 715-409-8535
Steigerwaldt is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.