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baillielumberco

Procurement Forester

Smyrna, NY · On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

This is a full-time opportunity working for a world class hardwood lumber manufacturer. The person ... Qualify properties in advance of timber cruising. * Apply for various types of permits. Procurement ...

baillielumberco

Procurement Forester

Smyrna, NY

$60K - $85K/yr

This is a full-time opportunity working for a world class hardwood lumber manufacturer. The person ... Qualify properties in advance of timber cruising. * Apply for various types of permits. Procurement ...

baillielumberco

Procurement Forester

Owego, NY · On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

This is a full-time opportunity working for a world class hardwood lumber manufacturer. The person ... Qualify properties in advance of timber cruising. * Apply for various types of permits. Procurement ...

baillielumberco

Procurement Forester

Owego, NY · On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

This is a full-time opportunity working for a world class hardwood lumber manufacturer. The person ... Qualify properties in advance of timber cruising. * Apply for various types of permits. Procurement ...

Baillie Lumber Co.

Procurement Forester

Smyrna, NY · On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

This is a full-time opportunity working for a world class hardwood lumber manufacturer. The person ... Qualify properties in advance of timber cruising. * Apply for various types of permits. Procurement ...

Baillie Lumber Co.

Procurement Forester

Owego, NY · On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

This is a full-time opportunity working for a world class hardwood lumber manufacturer. The person ... Qualify properties in advance of timber cruising. * Apply for various types of permits. Procurement ...

Hampton Lumber

Forester - Chehalis, WA

Chehalis, WA

This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package ... Timber cruising * Quality control * Timber sale appraisal * Road construction appraisal * Contract ...

Hampton Lumber

Forester - Chehalis, WA

Chehalis, WA · On-site

This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package ... Timber cruising * Quality control * Timber sale appraisal * Road construction appraisal * Contract ...

FORECON, Inc.

Staff Forester - Falconer NY

Falconer, NY · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Experience should be in cruising, timber sale administration, logging contractor relationship ... Job Type: Full-time Starting Compensation: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour, depending on experience; paid ...

FORECON, Inc.

Staff Forester Elkins WV

Oak Hill, WV · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Experience should be in cruising, timber sale administration, logging contractor relationship ... Job Type: Full-time Starting Compensation: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour, depending on experience; paid ...

Wiregrass Ecological Associates

Forester

Hayward, WI · On-site

... a full-time forester position in Northern Wisconsin or the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan ... Perform and oversee timber inventory/cruising, marking, and layout for appraisals, timber sales ...

Maine

Forester I - DACF Agency Only - 0077

Ashland, ME · On-site

$50K - $70K/yr

Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. BRIEF This is ... surveying, cruising, timber marking, and general forest management planning. Equivalent related ...

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How much do fulltime timber cruising jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for fulltime timber cruising in the United States is $41,544.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,500.00 and $46,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fulltime Timber Cruising vs Timber Grading?

AspectFulltime Timber CruisingTimber Grading
CertificationsForestry or logging certifications, sometimes specific to timber cruisingWood grading certifications, often related to lumber inspection
Work EnvironmentForests, logging sites, or remote areasMill facilities, lumber yards, or inspection sites
Industry UsageForestry, logging, timber harvestingLumber processing, quality control, sawmill operations

Fulltime Timber Cruising involves assessing timber volume and quality in the field, while Timber Grading focuses on evaluating lumber quality at processing facilities. Both roles require knowledge of wood properties and certifications, but they differ mainly in work environment and specific industry tasks.

How much do fulltime timber cruisers make?

Fulltime timber cruisers typically earn between $40,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and geographic location. Skilled cruisers with certifications like the Forest Management Certification often command higher wages, and the job involves using tools such as clinometers and GPS devices in forest environments.

How to become a fulltime timber cruiser?

To become a full-time timber cruiser, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with training in forest measurement and timber cruising techniques. Gaining experience through apprenticeships or entry-level forestry positions and obtaining relevant certifications, such as a timber cruising or forest certification course, can improve job prospects. Familiarity with tools like clinometers and GPS devices is also beneficial.
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Infographic showing various Fulltime Timber Cruising job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 64% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 34% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,544 per year, or $20 per hour.

Procurement Forester

baillielumberco

Smyrna, NY • On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

The Baillie Group’s Smyrna NY sawmill is hiring for a Procurement Forester. This is a full-time opportunity working for a world class hardwood lumber manufacturer. The person filling this position should be proficient at all duties required of a procurement forester.  This includes (but is not limited to) all aspects of locating, assessing, costing and negotiating the purchase and successful harvest of standing timber.  The purpose is to supply logs to multiple hardwood sawmills.

Procurement Forester Responsibilities:

  •  All aspects of purchasing standing timber.
    • Locate and mark boundary lines.
    • Cruise standing timber for quantity.
    • Appraise timber for quality and value.
    • Locate skid roads and landing locations.
    • Apply costs to all aspects of timber sale preparation and harvesting.
  •  All aspects of oversight of harvest of standing timber sales.
    • Visit harvest sites to determine if BMPs are being used appropriately.
    • Assure boundary lines are being observed.
    • Determine whether residual damage is acceptable.
    • Check to see that the proper trees are being cut.
  • Due diligence in purchasing.
    • Title research.
    • Qualify properties in advance of timber cruising.
    • Apply for various types of permits.

Procurement Forester Qualifications:

  • A.S. Degree in Forestry or an affiliated discipline
  • B.S. in Forestry (preferred)
  • Ability to work in a team atmosphere
  • Clean driving record required  
  • Good communication skills
  • Proficient mathematic skills
  • Northern Hardwood tree ID and map reading skills.    

Procurement Forester Pay & Benefits:

  • Minimum - Anticipated Maximum Salary: $60,000 - $85,000/year*
  • Full Time Hours
  • Overtime Hours and Pay
  • Full Plan of Benefits

* The advertised pay range represents what Baillie Lumber Co. believes we would anticipate paying for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be compensated at the top of the range for a position as candidates must possess experience and qualifications that far exceed the requirements.*

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