Forestry Technician Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the forestry technician opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for sustainable forestry program guidance and support to Regional and local FRD Managers Foresters, and all other staff within LP’s Forest Resources Department in the U.S.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• GPS and Navigation
• Familiar with basic tree care and pruning standards
• Experience leading or supervising others
• Experience mentoring, training, and providing technical support to others
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• CDL Tanker Endorsement
• Experience communicating with customers and directly addressing their questions, complaints, and concerns
• Experience operating light equipment used for tree trimming (chain saw, power pruner, hand tools)

I am excited to be applying for the position of forestry technician. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for outreach and education to the public on forest health issues.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Capacity for field work including ATV and snowmobile operation (physically demanding work)
• Understanding of sound environmental practices
• International Society for Arboriculture (ISA) certified arborist
• Flexible work schedule and willingness to travel
• Interest in working overtime hours
• Certification – International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) as a Certified Arborist/Tree Worker
• Experience in tree pruning and brush/vegetation clearance
• Experience with Maximo or similar work order software

Please consider me for the forestry technician opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for support for and create base map datasets on an as needed basis for the Forest Service Regions and state partners.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Current Class A or B CDL with a Tank Vehicle N-endorsement
• Experience designing, installing and/or repairing irrigation systems
• Experience leading and training a work crew performing tree planting and pruning, irrigation system installation, and/or other forestry activities
• Knowledge of white-tailed deer biology and ecology
• Working knowledge of wildlife and plant sampling techniques
• Knowledge of handheld GPS and orienteering
• Working knowledge of Microsoft database software such as Excel and Access
• Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to

Please consider me for the forestry technician opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for outreach to the public on Forest Health issues.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Certification – International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) as a Certified
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism in dealing with students, faculty, staff, and research cooperators
• Good organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong familiarity with reforestation and stand improvement
• Minimum requirement of high school diploma
• Excellent English grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is an asset
• Strong communication, organization, and team working skills

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the forestry technician position.

Previously, I was responsible for forest management planning support to the Wood Products Ontario organization to ensure a sustainable and economical supply of wood fibre to Resolute production facilities.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience identifying and controlling invasive plants using manual and chemical control methods
• Experience identifying common tree species of New York and the pests that impact them
• Skill in using maps, GPS and GIS to assist in locating and recording survey sites
• Self-motivated, work well both independently and in a collaborative setting
• Be a NY State Certified Category 3A Pesticide Technician/Applicator or able to pass pesticide exams prior to start date
• At least 12 months of research experience
• Expertise in GIS, vegetation management techniques, herbicide use, prescribed fire, chainsaw use
• Organization of work tasks and team schedules