Forestry - Wildfire & Fuels Specialist

Sierra Pacific Industries is hiring a Forestry - Wildfire & Fuels Specialist in Eugene, OR. The role involves implementing fuels reduction projects, coordinating wildfire responses, and managing contracts. Candidates should have a degree in Forestry or Fire Science and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers excellent benefits and opportunities for growth within the company, which is one of the largest lumber producers in the U.S.
We train and promote from withinExcellent low-cost health benefitsRetirement plan with employer-paid contributionsPaid vacation and 10 holidaysAt Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-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.We are seeking a qualified Wildfire & Fuels Specialist to assist in implementing fuels reduction projects on Company lands, support of wildfire response and coordination efforts between Company and fire response agencies and assist in implementing a joint fuel break program with the United States Forest Service across Oregon and Washington timberlands.

This position would be based at our division in Eugene, Oregon.About the PositionDevelopment, implementation, maintenance and support of fuels reduction projects on Company landsRelationship enhancement with local fire agency representativesSupport and coordination of Company on wildfire response, engagement and trainingAdministration contracts, including oversight of mechanical harvesting and fuels reduction contractorsProject area flagging and layoutContractor development, scheduling and planningMonitor quality control guidelines and ensure contract complianceCollection, maintenance and reporting of production and cost dataEffectively and professionally interact with private contractors, company employees, federal, state and local agenciesWork in support of the Company's goals and objectivesWork independently and safely in mountainous terrain and all-weather conditionsQualifications Degree in Forestry, Fire Science or significantly equivalent experience is requiredMinimum of 5 years of experience that includes: harvest or fuels reduction supervision, contract administration, and general forestry and fire related workUnderstanding of harvesting, fuels reduction and fire operationsProficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and WordExcellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skillsProven to be a reliable self-starter with a strong work ethic and safety consciousPossess a valid driver's license and able to navigate remote areasWhy 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 ApplyIf you are qualified and would like to join our team, please send a cover letter referencing this position and a resume to: Sierra Pacific IndustriesHuman ResourcesPO Box 496011Redding, CA 96049(866) 378-8001or apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi-ind.com/forestryCelebrate our 300th million seedling planted with us!spi-ind.com/OurForests/ThreeHundredMillionSierra Pacific 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 $80,000 to $150,000 per year, and is dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to: relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education.About Our Company Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members.

Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and others strive to become part of the team. We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals.

We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands. This milestone was decades in the making, reflecting our commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests not just for today, but for generations to come.Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities.

In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass-fueled power plants. We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result.

We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.