Forester - Stewardship Projects

Benefits

• Training and promotion from within the company
• Excellent low‑cost health benefits: full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with employer‑paid contributions and additional retirement contributions
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Paid vacation and 10 holidays

• Work with our Forestry team, US Forest Service, and 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 prospectuses, successfully negotiate contracts and manage contractor development, scheduling, and planning
• Effectively analyze and solve problems, demonstrating good judgment 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 goals and objectives
• Work independently and safely in mountainous terrain and all‑weather conditions
• Frequent travel to project sites with occasional overnight travel

• 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 ability to navigate remote areas

Sierra Pacific Industries is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. The general wage range for this position at Sierra Pacific Industries is from $75,000 to $125,000 per year, and is dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to: relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education.