Forester - GIS

Benefits

• We train and promote from within
• Excellent low-cost health benefits
• Retirement plan with employer‑paid contributions
• Paid vacation and 10 holidays

Forestry Division in Anderson, California has an opening for a forester with a working knowledge of forest practices and GIS.

• Leverage modern technology for on‑the‑ground forestry applications
• Collaborate with internal, agency, and contract technical specialists to perform data queries and analysis using GIS
• Manage essential files and reports related to the Company’s Stewardship Agreement with USFS
• Effectively and accurately generate maps and resource reports
• Install, troubleshoot, and manage various forestry‑related programs and software
• Maintain and update critical GIS map files and associated data in relational databases
• Accurately read, analyze, and interpret maps and aerial photography

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, GIS, or Natural Resources
• Demonstrated experience using ArcGIS Pro and GIS systems
• Working knowledge of forest practices
• Demonstrated capability installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining computer programs and software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with standard data collection tools such as iPads and GPS and file sharing/data management apps
• Experience with QGIS and Avenza is desirable
• Demonstrated organizational skills with superior attention to detail
• Positive attitude, self‑motivated, ability to work as a team member in a crew environment
• Valid California driver’s license or ability to obtain upon acceptance of job offer

This is more than an invitation; it is 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.

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

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Sierra Pacific is an EOE Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. The general wage range for this position is from $70,000 to $90,000 per year, depending on relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and education.