Long View’s Hartland, VT headquarters
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Job Posting – May 21, 2021
Harvester Operator
Harvester Operator
About Long View Forest
Founded in 1999, Long View Forest is an employee-owned company headquartered in Hartland, VT. Our mission is to practice and support exceptional forestry in the greater Connecticut River Valley of Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and beyond. Our 40-person staff manages 35,000 acres of private forestland and provides a range of services to landowners including timber harvesting, tree planting, trail building, and invasive plant control. We also manage several affiliated businesses, including buildings, forestland investments, a solar project, and a specialized forestry equipment distributorship. We are a growing business and seeking dedicated employees who can thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
About the Job
Long View has an immediate opening for a new full-time machine operator working in within an hour drive of Northampton, MA as a Harvester Operator. The successful candidate will work with a forwarder operator to safely harvest trees and utilize logs in the “cut to length” harvesting system on various logging jobs. Responsibilities will include cutting trees on timber harvests and processing them into merchantable spec’d logs to be haul out of the woods by the forwarder.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Application & Hiring Process
All interested applicants (including those who may feel over or under qualified) are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to Logan Sears, Contracting Division Manager, lsears@longviewforest.com or mail to Long View Forest, 31 Ferry Road, Hartland, VT 05048.
Our goal is to fill this position by early July but an earlier or later start date is also possible.
Employment in this position is contingent upon, consent to, and successful completion of a pre-employment background check. Long View provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Founded in 1999, Long View Forest is an employee-owned company headquartered in Hartland, VT. Our mission is to practice and support exceptional forestry in the greater Connecticut River Valley of Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and beyond. Our 40-person staff manages 35,000 acres of private forestland and provides a range of services to landowners including timber harvesting, tree planting, trail building, and invasive plant control. We also manage several affiliated businesses, including buildings, forestland investments, a solar project, and a specialized forestry equipment distributorship. We are a growing business and seeking dedicated employees who can thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
About the Job
Long View has an immediate opening for a new full-time machine operator working in within an hour drive of Northampton, MA as a Harvester Operator. The successful candidate will work with a forwarder operator to safely harvest trees and utilize logs in the “cut to length” harvesting system on various logging jobs. Responsibilities will include cutting trees on timber harvests and processing them into merchantable spec’d logs to be haul out of the woods by the forwarder.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate and Maintain Harvester: Operate a tracked harvester felling and processing trees into merchantable logs on timber-harvest sales following the forester’s guidelines while greasing and servicing the machine at the required intervals.
- Log bucking: Operator needs to cut the prescribed trees into the appropriate logs according to grade, diameter, length and quality following the log sorting plans and specs provided by operations manager.
- Follow all BMP’s: While harvesting trees operator needs to follow all BMP’s to make sure no erosion is happening, or water violations occur, strategically placing brush and tops where needed to allow the forwarder to haul logs to the landing accordingly.
- Communicate with Forwarder Operator/ Managers: Work as a team with the Forwarder operator to make sure the logs being produced will make it to the landing in a safe manner before they spoil or split. Communicate any issues or questions with operations manager.
- Execute safe, quality work: Making sure safety is the number one focus with quality close behind. Care for the forest along with the equipment used for the job is extremely important.
- have a valid driver’s license.
- have the basic tools needed to maintain equipment properly.
- work well independently and as part of a team.
- show attention to detail and be highly organized.
- be willing to “make hay when the sun shines”
- have prior experience operating a harvester or logging.
- have a truck capable to carry a diesel fuel tank to fuel machine.
- have completed the Game of Logging course levels 1-4
- will be able to identify the different tree species and log grades/products.
Application & Hiring Process
All interested applicants (including those who may feel over or under qualified) are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to Logan Sears, Contracting Division Manager, lsears@longviewforest.com or mail to Long View Forest, 31 Ferry Road, Hartland, VT 05048.
Our goal is to fill this position by early July but an earlier or later start date is also possible.
Employment in this position is contingent upon, consent to, and successful completion of a pre-employment background check. Long View provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Interested in joining our team?
Job Posting – May 21, 2021
Forwarder Operator/ Landing Manager
Forwarder Operator/ Landing Manager
About Long View Forest
Founded in 1999, Long View Forest is an employee-owned company headquartered in Hartland, VT. Our mission is to practice and support exceptional forestry in the greater Connecticut River Valley of Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and beyond. Our 40-person staff manages 35,000 acres of private forestland and provides a range of services to landowners including timber harvesting, tree planting, trail building, and invasive plant control. We also manage several affiliated businesses, including buildings, forestland investments, a solar project, and a specialized forestry equipment distributorship. We are a growing business and seeking dedicated employees who can thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
About the Job
Long View has an immediate opening for a new full-time machine operator working in within an hour drive of the Hartland, VT office as a Forwarder Operator/ Landing Manager. The successful candidate will work with a harvester operator to safely harvest trees and utilize logs in the “cut to length” harvesting system on various logging jobs. Responsibilities will include forwarding logs from the stump to the landing to sort into specific piles to merchandise logs.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Qualified applicants must . . .
-have a valid driver’s license.
Qualified applicants will ideally . . .
Application & Hiring Process
All interested applicants (including those who may feel over or under qualified) are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to Logan Sears, Contracting Division Manager, lsears@longviewforest.com or mail to Long View Forest, 31 Ferry Road, Hartland, VT 05048.
Our goal is to fill this position by early July but an earlier or later start date is also possible.
Employment in this position is contingent upon, consent to, and successful completion of a pre-employment background check. Long View provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Founded in 1999, Long View Forest is an employee-owned company headquartered in Hartland, VT. Our mission is to practice and support exceptional forestry in the greater Connecticut River Valley of Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and beyond. Our 40-person staff manages 35,000 acres of private forestland and provides a range of services to landowners including timber harvesting, tree planting, trail building, and invasive plant control. We also manage several affiliated businesses, including buildings, forestland investments, a solar project, and a specialized forestry equipment distributorship. We are a growing business and seeking dedicated employees who can thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
About the Job
Long View has an immediate opening for a new full-time machine operator working in within an hour drive of the Hartland, VT office as a Forwarder Operator/ Landing Manager. The successful candidate will work with a harvester operator to safely harvest trees and utilize logs in the “cut to length” harvesting system on various logging jobs. Responsibilities will include forwarding logs from the stump to the landing to sort into specific piles to merchandise logs.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate and Maintain Forwarder: Operate a forwarder moving logs from the forest to the landing and loading trailers when needed while greasing and servicing the machine at the required intervals.
- Sort logs/ Quality Control: Wood will be merchandised to several different locations previously determined and will need to be kept separate and made sure each product meets the specs and is manufactured with care and quality in mind.
- Follow all BMP’s: While forwarding logs out of the woods keeping track of the haul roads to make sure no erosion is happening, or water violations occur.
- Communicate with Truckers/ Managers: Make sure that when loads of logs are ready to go the truck drivers are notified, and if back haul trailers are needed scheduling for them. Communicate any issues or questions with operations manager.
- Execute safe, quality work: Making sure safety is the number one focus with quality close behind. Care for the forest along with the equipment used for the job is extremely important.
Qualified applicants must . . .
-have a valid driver’s license.
- have the basic tools needed to maintain equipment properly.
- work well independently and as part of a team.
- show attention to detail and be highly organized.
- be willing to “make hay when the sun shines”
Qualified applicants will ideally . . .
- have prior experience operating a forwarder or logging.
- have a truck capable to carry a diesel fuel tank to fuel machine.
- have completed the Game of Logging course levels 1-4
- will be able to identify the different tree species.
Application & Hiring Process
All interested applicants (including those who may feel over or under qualified) are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to Logan Sears, Contracting Division Manager, lsears@longviewforest.com or mail to Long View Forest, 31 Ferry Road, Hartland, VT 05048.
Our goal is to fill this position by early July but an earlier or later start date is also possible.
Employment in this position is contingent upon, consent to, and successful completion of a pre-employment background check. Long View provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Interested in joining our team?
Job Posting – May 14, 2021
Parts & Logistics Manager
Parts & Logistics Manager
About LVF Machines
LVF Machines imports, sells, and supports Swedish made Rottne cut-to-length machines for logging contractors in the Northeastern US and beyond. The company works directly with contractors in VT, NH, NY, & PA and with partner dealers in Maine and other regions. LVF Machines is part of the Long View Forest family of businesses. Founded in 1999, Long View is an employee-owned company whose mission is to practice and support exceptional forestry in the greater Connecticut River Valley of Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and beyond. The Company’s 40-person staff manages 35,000 acres of private forestland and provides a range of services to landowners including timber harvesting, tree planting, trail building, and invasive plant control.
About the Job
Long View Forest is looking for a detail oriented individual to join its new specialized forestry equipment and parts distribution business. This full-time position will be based in a newly constructed (target fall 2021) warehouse located in Hartland, VT. The Parts and Logistics Manager will handle all aspects of parts stocking, inventory, and order fulfillment for LVF customers and dealers and work closely with suppliers in Canada, Sweden, and the US. Responsibilities will also include logistics associated with import, startup, and warranty service for new and used machinery sales. The successful applicant will work closely with LVF sales, service, technical support, and management staff and have ample opportunities for professional growth and new responsibilities over time.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Qualified applicants must . . .
Application & Hiring Process
We are a growing business seeking dedicated employees who can thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment. All interested applicants (including those who may feel over or under qualified) are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to Paul Lang, Service Manager & Lead Mechanic, or mail to LVF Machines, 31 Ferry Road, Hartland, Vermont 05048.
Our goal is to fill this position by early June but an earlier or later start date is also possible.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
All employees are required to wash hands, take their own temperature and wear masks on arrival to work. Masks are worn in all common areas and social distancing is required. 2- 8 employees present during the day. Low risk environment.
Experience:
Employment in this position is contingent upon, consent to, and successful completion of a pre-employment background check. Long View provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
LVF Machines imports, sells, and supports Swedish made Rottne cut-to-length machines for logging contractors in the Northeastern US and beyond. The company works directly with contractors in VT, NH, NY, & PA and with partner dealers in Maine and other regions. LVF Machines is part of the Long View Forest family of businesses. Founded in 1999, Long View is an employee-owned company whose mission is to practice and support exceptional forestry in the greater Connecticut River Valley of Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and beyond. The Company’s 40-person staff manages 35,000 acres of private forestland and provides a range of services to landowners including timber harvesting, tree planting, trail building, and invasive plant control.
About the Job
Long View Forest is looking for a detail oriented individual to join its new specialized forestry equipment and parts distribution business. This full-time position will be based in a newly constructed (target fall 2021) warehouse located in Hartland, VT. The Parts and Logistics Manager will handle all aspects of parts stocking, inventory, and order fulfillment for LVF customers and dealers and work closely with suppliers in Canada, Sweden, and the US. Responsibilities will also include logistics associated with import, startup, and warranty service for new and used machinery sales. The successful applicant will work closely with LVF sales, service, technical support, and management staff and have ample opportunities for professional growth and new responsibilities over time.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Work with current LVF staff to setup and manage rented parts warehouse (location TBD within 30 minutes of Hartland, VT) for 3-12 months until new warehouse construction is complete.
- Work with current LVF staff to select and setup ERP software and associated technology to manage machine and parts inventory, sales, and operations of LVF Machines.
- Assist dealers, customers, and the Long View Forest service department in the identification of required parts needed for machine repairs.
- Receive parts orders by phone, text, email and online parts portal.
- Manage and perform picking, packing and shipping of parts orders by UPS and freight carriers.
- Prepare invoices using multiple tiers of pricing for dealers and customers.
- Prepare and place weekly stock orders from suppliers.
- Maintain regular warehouse business hours and staff schedules.
- Maintain control of parts inventory with routine verification, reporting, and analysis of stocking
Qualified applicants must . . .
- be passionate about providing excellent service and support to dealers, technicians, and end-use customers.
- be ready to go the extra mile to address urgent customer needs and minimize machine downtime.
- be excited to periodically spend time in the field learning about the machines and connecting with customers, mechanics, other LVF staff, suppliers, and associates.
- be able to read and interpret technical parts manuals.
- show attention to detail and interest in physical and IT organization systems.
- work well independently and as part of a team.
- be responsive and clear in communications.
- be good at taking initiative, problem solving, and follow through.
- be proficient with computers and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Application & Hiring Process
We are a growing business seeking dedicated employees who can thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment. All interested applicants (including those who may feel over or under qualified) are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to Paul Lang, Service Manager & Lead Mechanic, or mail to LVF Machines, 31 Ferry Road, Hartland, Vermont 05048.
Our goal is to fill this position by early June but an earlier or later start date is also possible.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
All employees are required to wash hands, take their own temperature and wear masks on arrival to work. Masks are worn in all common areas and social distancing is required. 2- 8 employees present during the day. Low risk environment.
Experience:
- Sales Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- One location
- No
Employment in this position is contingent upon, consent to, and successful completion of a pre-employment background check. Long View provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
