Logging Field Supervisor 1 (Administrative)

Job Description

Summary and Objectives:
A Logging Field Supervisor will oversee a phase of an assigned field project.
Essential Responsibilities:

Contractual understanding of scope of work, job requirements, and restrictions for all project work being performed.

· Have good judgement regarding site, terrain, and weather conditions for safe equipment operation.

Competent and capable operator of all equipment- able to perform and produce with the crew on a daily basis.
Train and access new and seasoned employees in the use of heavy forestry equipment as appropriate for each project.
Meet daily production goals per project.
Responsible for filling out a daily report of personnel and equipment hours and report to administration support.
Manage all aspects of crew compliance.

· Regularly inspects work for quality and timeliness; prepares and provides progress reports to owners and managers; makes recommendations for necessary modifications.

Manage all timecards, each assigned crew member must fill out daily by crew and signed off. Able to train and assist crew members in filling out timecards. Maintain compliance for all rest and meal breaks.
Properly document all disciplinary write up for any employee that has conducted a policy violation(s) and report the disciplinary write up to the HR Department immediately.
Give verbal instruction, coach, or redirect assigned crew members as needed.
Reviews and understands the Employee Handbook, Safety Handbook, and company policies and procedures.
Responsible for safety training and oversight.

· Addresses any safety violations or other deficiencies.

Safety Compliance: Understanding and training of assigned crew(s) of helicopter rescue plan, GPS evacuation site.
Must be trained in CPR, First Aid, and able to instruct crew of responsibilities during an incident or injury situation. Responsible for properly stocked first aid kits and location.
Equipment repairs, maintenance, and damage avoidance.
Responsible for holding weekly tailgate meetings, documentation, and submitting completed training records.
Responsible for all documentation, investigation and reporting of all incidents or injuries no matter how small. Submit all reports and follow through until closure of the incident or injury.
Daily oversight of equipment maintenance performing inspections throughout the day on equipment to check and maintain scheduled oil changes, filter replacement, inventory of all needed supplies, IE oil filters, oil, bar chains, filter tools, etc. To perform operation on site to keep production running smoothly.
Continuously conducts safety checks on the equipment (seat belt, fire extinguisher, lights, etc.) to ensure equipment is working properly and safely.
Inspect all attachments to the machinery to ensure that they are operational and take the appropriate steps to correct.
Execute planning for mobilization for the projects.
Housekeeping - Clean job site, clean vehicles, and equipment.
Transportation - Roads brushed, watered, and in good shape to facilitate hauling.
Proper dispatch of daily trucks, timely loading of trucks, collection of paperwork.
Fire Mitigation- Proper use of fire equipment and tools; properly equipped fire trailer and equipment; working with Clint to inspect fire equipment per contract.

· Other duties as assigned.
Competencies:

· Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job, accurately checking processes and tasks, being watchful over a period of time.
· Communication Skills: The ability to communicate clearly both verbally and written.
· Adaptability: The ability to adapt to continuous change and business needs.
· Innovation: The ability to generate and implement original ideas and practices.
· Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying up to date with industry trends.
· Confidentiality: Ensures the confidentiality of all sensitive data.
· Staff Development: The ability to provide feedback and coaching, create a motivating environment, set goals and provide developmental opportunities, willing assist colleagues and shares knowledge, and delegate effectively.
· Team Management: The ability to effectively manage a team or department.
· Time Management: The ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
· Decision Making/Judgement: The ability to recognize and respond to problems, systematically gather information, sort through complex issues, seek input from others, address root cause of issues, make timely decisions, make difficult decisions, use consensus when possible, and communicate decisions to others.
· Planning and Forecasting: The ability to set goals, outline steps, and make educated predictions to manage time and resources appropriately.
· Compliance: Adheres to all regulatory and organizational policies and procedures.
· Knowledge of Position: Understanding of principles, practices, and standards of job or department.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
· Interviews and hires site workers in partnership with the Human Resources Manager or HR Associate.
· Approves timecards and time off requests in accordance with company policy.
· Prepares daily work schedules and job assignments.
· Provides direction and oversight to forepersons, tradespeople, operators, and laborers to meet production and quality standards.
· Communicates and enforces all safety procedures, company policies, and job site rules.
· Observes, evaluates, and documents work performance; delivers feedback, training, and coaching as needed.
· Identifies and addresses performance concerns or interpersonal conflicts, collaborating with management or Human Resources as appropriate.
· Fosters a positive team environment that encourages professionalism, teamwork, and respect.
· Ensures ongoing compliance with safety regulations, environmental guidelines, and project-specific requirements.

Work Environment:

All work is performed outside in all types of various weather (i.e. heat, cold, wind, sun and inclement weather, etc.)
Exposure to all types of terrain.
Exposure to all elements of nature on a regular basis.
Exposure to loud noise.
Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, etc.

Physical Demands - The physical demands below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

Must have good visual and auditory physical capabilities to manage sight and sound in a hazardous construction environment.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Coordination between hands, eyes, and feet to guide equipment and objects is required.
Must be able to push and pull with hands, arms, and feet repetitively.
Must be able to push, pull, climb, sit, and stretch regularly while performing the essential functions of the job.
Must be able to be alert and cognitive of multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including awareness of other employees, subcontractors, machinery, equipment, and moving traffic when applicable.
Must be able to work around loud noises.
Must be able to mount and dismount safely off vehicles and equipment.
Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Must be able to work overtime as requested.
Must be able to walk on uneven terrain.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Travel Required:

Position requires travel to specific project sites within Northern California, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays required based on business needs.

Required Education and Experience:

2-5 years' experience running Heavy Machinery.
2-5 years' experience in supervision role and responsibility.

Preferred Education and Experience:

High School education or equivalent
Forestry: 1 to 5 years
Heavy equipment operator: 3 years
Mechanical Knowledge: 1-2 years

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

Must have a valid driver's license. Preferred: A commercial Driver's License Class A.
Clean Driving Record: 5 years (Required).
Must pass pre-employment Drug Screen, and as a Commercial Driver participate in all DOT mandated drug and alcohol random testing.
Ability to work a schedule of either 5 days 10 hours per day or 6 days 12 hours per day. Or a fire response schedule in which the schedule varies depending upon the immediate emergency.

Benefit Conditions:

Only Full-Time employees are eligible.
May have a waiting period.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.