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... of forestry and vegetation management. We Offer: • Weekly pay • Paid Time Off amp; Health ... Ground Operations Specialist Summary: The Ground Operations Specialist , also known as a Groundman ...

Collaborate with forestry and fiber operations to identify opportunities to improve performance and efficiency by utilizing various technologies to implement impactful solutions * Lead in solution ...

Collaborate with forestry and fiber operations to identify opportunities to improve performance and efficiency by utilizing various technologies to implement impactful solutions * Lead in solution ...

Executive Assistant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Executive Assistant II The Executive Assistant II supports the Forestry & Right-of-Way Services organization by providing comprehensive administrative, operational, and project support to department ...

Forest Park, GA Compensation: $23.00 Per Hr Schedule: 6 days per week We are seeking a dependable, organized, and experienced professional to join our produce distribution operation in Forest Park ...

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How much do operations forester jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for operations forester in Atlanta, GA is $23.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.63 and $27.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an operations forester?

Operations foresters are professionals responsible for managing and overseeing forestry operations such as timber harvesting, reforestation, and forest maintenance. They work to ensure that these activities are conducted sustainably, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental regulations. Operations foresters often collaborate with landowners, contractors, and government agencies to develop management plans, monitor forest health, and implement best practices. Their role is essential in balancing economic objectives with ecological stewardship in forested landscapes.

What are some typical challenges operations foresters face when balancing fieldwork and administrative duties?

Operations Foresters often juggle a mix of outdoor fieldwork and office-based administrative tasks, such as preparing harvest plans, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating with logging crews. One common challenge is efficiently managing time during peak seasons, when field visits and reporting deadlines overlap. Additionally, Operations Foresters must keep detailed records and communicate effectively with both field teams and management, requiring strong organizational and multitasking skills. Staying current with industry regulations and technology can also present ongoing learning opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operations forester, and why are they important?

To excel as an Operations Forester, you need expertise in forestry management, environmental regulations, and resource planning, typically supported by a degree in forestry or a related field. Familiarity with GIS mapping, timber cruising software, and forest inventory systems, as well as relevant certifications like Registered Professional Forester (RPF), are important. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help coordinate field crews, interact with stakeholders, and adapt to changing conditions. These abilities ensure sustainable forest management, regulatory compliance, and efficient operations within forestry projects.

What is the difference between Operations Forester vs Forest Technician?

AspectOperations ForesterForest Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in forestry or related field; certifications may be preferredAssociate's degree or relevant technical training; often requires forestry-related certifications
Work EnvironmentFieldwork in forests, managing operations, planning timber harvestsFieldwork assisting foresters, collecting data, implementing plans
Employer & Industry UsageForestry companies, government agencies, logging firmsForestry agencies, environmental organizations, consulting firms

Operations Foresters typically hold a bachelor's degree and oversee forest management operations, while Forest Technicians usually have technical training and support field activities. Both roles work in forest environments but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Operations Forester job openings in Atlanta, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,355 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Fleet Maintenance Operations Supervisor

Ryder

Forest Park, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Ryder rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description

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Job Description:

Summary

The "Ops Supervisor" assists the Ops Manager/Sr. Ops Manager with the operations and personnel for a shift of a particular location. The Operations Supervisor may have supervisory duties of employees on a shift, including but not limited to: Technicians-In Charge, Customer Service Coordinators, Technicians, and Service Employees. The Operations Supervisor must be able to accomplish results and ensure business objectives and labor requirements are met. The Ops Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the customers' needs are being met while balancing financial, operating, quality, safety and asset targets against the requirements of the business. This position is responsible for the management of the location performance against metrics to meet and/or exceed assigned objectives. The Ops Supervisor will be cross functionally trained in order to be able to back up others within the shop. As with all Ryder shop positions, the Ops Supervisor, or "Shift Supervisor", is responsible for adhering to all Ryder Maintenance Operations policies and procedures.

This role may be a developmental position to prepare incumbents for the Ops Manager role because we allow you to carve out your own career path and promote from within, based on performance. The continuous, on-the-job experience here at Ryder opens up other opportunities and provides a long-lasting career. This position comes with a competitive salary and yearly bonus. We also offer a full benefits package, 401k employer match, PTO, and a discount on shares!

Shop Location: Forest Park, GA

Hours: 11:00pm - 7:30am

Schedule: 3rd Shift - Monday - Friday

Bonus Eligible

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Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off forvacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.


Essential Functions

  • Workflow Management:
    Responsible for work analysis, planning and scheduling, scheduling and assigning work to technicians, productivity tracking and optimization, shift and shop meetings, and RO review and approval
    Ensures all warranty policies and procedures are executed
    Responsible for Triage of unscheduled customer drive-ins, and for communicating with customers and assigning work to technicians as appropriate
    Responsible for conducting yard checks to ensure proper work scheduling and prioritization

  • Labor Management
    Provides management, training and development of all personnel assigned
    Responsible for Performance Management of all assigned personnel

  • Customer Management:
    Responsible for customer relationship management to include issue resolutions, customer satisfaction and retention, as well as ensuring vehicle uptime
    Responsible for customer communication protocol as it pertains to PM Scheduling & follow-up, breakdowns and vehicle status updates
    Conduct customer visits as required by the Customer Care Plan

  • Asset Management:
    Directs his/her direct reports in maintaining the appearance and maintenance of assigned location, including sustaining 65 standards in all relevant shop areas of responsibility
    Evaluates needs and makes recommendation for shop tooling and equipment requirements
    Assist in the management and oversight of vehicle specifications and vehicle in service/out-service process
    Assist in ensuring all vehicles have required specifications in SAM
    Responsible for Parts Inventory management, policies and procedures

  • Quality Management:
    Responsible for Quality Inspections of PM & repairs, as well as performing In Process Reviews of non-PM work
    Perform breakdown root cause analysis, implement corrective actions locally, and when necessary, communicate issues to Technical Assistance Center
    Ensure Cleanliness and quality of repair for all maintained vehicles
    Work with Service Manager to ensure all technicians are properly trained and qualified, and TOPS plan is prioritized based upon Breakdown, Rework and Running Cost trends
    Maintain control/visibility over shop floor activities to ensure proper root cause diagnosis by technicians and that the yield on all parts/components is optimized
    Assist in the development and ensure implementation of Quality Assurance Audit Corrective Action plans and Continuous Improvement programs
    Accountable for maintenance of all relevant documentation required to meet and/or exceed local, state, federal, as well as customer requirements
    Ensure Employee compliance with Safety and EPA regulations and requirements

  • Financial Management:
    Responsible for ensuring shift/shop delivers against Net Maintenance Cost per Unit objectives without sacrificing quality, safety or customer satisfaction
    Responsible for cost control measures related to maintenance operations budget and location P&L statement to meet financial objectives
    Responsible for successful execution of Maintenance Initiatives to attain or exceed specified financial targets
    Responsible for Payroll, Purchase Order approval, as warranted, and invoice reconciliation, and fuel reconciliation
    Responsible for the customer bill back process to include identification, review and approval of bill back opportunities
    Responsible for ensuring proper documentation and explanation/ reporting of rebillable activity
    Ensure data integrity in the Shop Management Online system


Additional Responsibilities

  • Performs other duties as assigned


Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to professionally represent Ryder and competently interact with customer management

  • Strong vehicle diagnostics/repair knowledge (preferred)

  • Microsoft Office intermediate preferred


Qualifications

  • H.S. diploma/GED required

  • Associate's degree preferred or 1-3 years or more experience in a maintenance operations environment required. Demonstrated success in a Ryder role may be substituted for this requirement

  • Bachelor's degree preferred or 1-3 years or more experience in a maintenance operations environment required. Demonstrated success in a Ryder role may be substituted for this requirement

  • Maintenance and Technical experience in a shop environment required

  • Supervisory experience preferred

  • Experience with a Shop Management System preferred

  • Microsoft Office intermediate preferred


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Job Category

Maintenance

Our Culture & Commitment:

At Ryder, you're trusted to make an impact-while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that's heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.


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Compensation Information:

Thecompensationofferedtoa candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc.The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/ortype.Compensationranges for the position are below:

Pay Type:

Salaried

Minimum Pay Range:

$70,000

Maximum Pay Range:

$70,000

Benefits Information:

For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Important Note:

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Security Notice for Applicants:

Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application throughwww.ryder.com/careers.

Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder atcareers@ryder.comor800-793-3754.

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