Sierra Pacific Industries

Forester - Reforestation

Sierra Pacific Industries$70K — $110K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • California Registered Professional Forester (RPF) license or ability to qualify for it
  • Familiarity with California Forest Practice Rules and Timber Harvest Plan (THP) preparation
  • Basic understanding of logging, road construction, and reforestation operations
  • Excellent communication skills and strong work ethic
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and GIS software
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Valid driver's license for navigating steep forest roads
  • Experience navigating remote mountainous areas using maps, compasses, and GPS.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain conifer plantations for survival and sustainability
  • Administer and prepare contracts for reforestation activities like planting and vegetation management
  • Prepare Timber Harvest Plans through research, field work, and writing
  • Conduct surveys related to botanical, wildlife, archeological, and watercourse assessments
  • Monitor reforestation projects and recommend corrective actions
  • Ensure compliance of activities with Forest Practice Rules and pesticide regulations
  • Interact with regulatory agencies and diverse stakeholders
  • Maintain documentation and databases for reforestation activities.
  • Assist in other forestry projects as required
  • Perform duties in various weather and field conditions.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision with low-cost premiums
  • 401(k) plan with company match and additional retirement contributions
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Paid vacation and 10 holidays.
Full Job Description
We train and promote from within
Excellent low-cost health benefits
Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions
Paid vacation and 10 holidays


Our more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in the Western United States are sustainably managed by professionals in our Forestry Division. We are seeking a qualified Reforestation Forester to work collaboratively with and share time between our Lassen District Reforestation and Lassen District Forestry teams. Seasonal priorities will determine allocation of work, and generally will be evenly shared between Forestry and Reforestation. The successful applicant is expected to work out of our district office located in Anderson, California .

About the Position
  • Effectively establish and help maintain conifer plantations focusing on conifer survival, cost effective prescriptions, and long-term sustainability
  • Collaborate with the preparation and administration of contracts for reforestation activities including tree planting, vegetation management, site preparation, and plantation thinning
  • Prepare Timber Harvest Plans (THPs), including research, field work, mapping, and writing
  • Administer contracts for field operations including logging, road construction, professional services, and miscellaneous agreements
  • Conduct botanical, wildlife, archeological, road, and watercourse surveys
  • Inspect and monitor reforestation projects to evaluate field performance and recommend corrective actions as needed
  • Ensure reforestation activities are compliant with Forest Practice Rules and Department of Pesticide Regulation
  • Interact professionally and effectively with regulatory agencies and diverse groups
  • Maintain essential documentation and critical databases related to reforestation activities
  • Assist and collaborate in other forestry work on the district as needed
  • Perform forestry-related projects in a wide range of weather and field conditions

Qualifications
  • A California Registered Professional Forester (RPF) license or the ability to qualify for, take, and pass the RPF exam after qualification through a combination of educational and/or work experience
  • Familiarity with the California Forest Practice Rules and fieldwork involved in Timber Harvest Plan (THP) preparation
  • Basic understanding of logging, road construction, and reforestation operations
  • Excellent communication skills, self-motivated, and strong work ethic
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and GIS-based software programs
  • Ability to work both independently and as a team member
  • Current valid driver's license and the ability to operate a four-wheel drive vehicle and safely navigate steep forest roads
  • Experience navigating remote mountainous areas using maps, compasses, and GPS equipment

Why Join Our Team?
Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better.

We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions , and company-paid Life Insurance.

How to Apply
If you are qualified and would like to join our team,
please send a cover letter referencing this position and a resume to:

Sierra Pacific Industries
Human Resources
PO Box 496011
Redding, CA 96049
(866) 378-8001

or apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi-ind.com/forestry

Celebrate our 300th million seedling planted with us!
spi-ind.com/OurForests/ThreeHundredMillion

About Sierra Pacific Industries

Sierra Pacific Industries is a third-generation, family-owned forest products company. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Anderson, California. Sierra Pacific Industries owns and manages nearly 2 million acres of timberland in California and Washington, and operates 14 sawmills, 4 cogeneration facilities, and 2 biomass power plants. The company produces lumber, plywood, and other wood products for the construction, furniture, and packaging industries. Sierra Pacific Industries is committed to sustainable forestry practices and has implemented several initiatives to protect and enhance the environment, including reforestation, wildlife habitat conservation, and water quality protection.
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5,000 employees
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