Our Forestry Division is seeking a qualified Stewardship Projects Forester to join our Forestry team and implement stewardship projects across multiple National Forests in northern California including the Shasta-Trinity, Lassen, Plumas, Tahoe, Eldorado and Stanislaus.
About the Position - Work with our Forestry team, US Forest Service, and numerous contractors to implement a landscape scale, cross-boundary network of fuel break treatments across Northern California
- Oversee contract crews with focus on best practices, desired outcomes, and cost effective solutions
- Develop and implement project area preparations including review, layout, flagging and coordination of surveys
- Prepare project bid prospectus', successfully negotiate contracts and manage contractor development, scheduling and planning
- Effectively analyze and solve problems, demonstrating good judgement, with best practice decisions and minimal oversight
- Monitor quality control guidelines and ensure contract and National Environmental Protection Act compliance
- Provide weekly progress reports that communicate changing conditions, costs, strategies, and outcomes in alignment with expected project timelines
- Effectively and professionally interact with a diverse set of Forestry team members, private contractors, US Forest Service representatives and the public
- Work collaboratively and in support of Company's goals and objectives
- Work independently and safely in mountainous terrain and all-weather conditions
- Frequent travel to project sites with occasional overnight travel
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Forestry, or significantly equivalent experience, is required
- 3 years related experience that includes forest fuels reduction activities, contractor supervision, project administration, and forestry-related work
- Strong understanding of harvesting and fuels reduction operations
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven to be a reliable self-starter with a strong work ethic and safety focus
- Possess a valid driver's license and able to navigate remote areas
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:
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