Forester – Reforestation (Lassen Forestry District)

Sierra Pacific Industries is seeking a Reforestation Specialist for its Lassen Forestry District in Anderson, CA. The role involves implementing reforestation programs, managing contracts, inspecting projects, and maintaining documentation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Forestry or related fields, a PCA license is preferred, and must possess strong communication skills. This is a full-time position with benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.
At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a third-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations.

Our more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in the Western United States are sustainably managed by professionals in our Forestry Division. Currently, our Lassen Forestry District has an opening for a qualified Reforestation Specialist. The successful applicant is expected to work out of our Lassen District office located in Anderson, California.

About the Position
• Implement district reforestation program to effectively establish and manage conifer plantations
• Prepare and administer contracts for reforestation activities including tree planting, vegetation management, site preparation and thinning
• Inspect and monitor reforestation projects to evaluate field performance and recommend appropriate corrective actions as necessary
• Maintain documentation, and district database of reforestation activities
• Assist in other forestry work on the district requiring demanding physical activity

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Agriculture, Natural Resources or equivalent related work experience
• California Pest Control Advisors (PCA) license with weed and vertebrate categories or the ability to pass the PCA exam within one year is preferred
• Knowledge of reforestation activities and local forest types is preferred
• Excellent communication skills, self-motivation and strong work ethic
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and GIS-based software programs
• Ability to navigate in mountainous areas using map and compass or GPS
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member
• Current valid drivers’ license and the ability to operate a four-wheel drive vehicle and safely negotiate steep mountainous roads

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

Amy Sarti, Human Resources

PO Box 496014

Redding, CA 96049

(530) 378-8107

or apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi.careers