What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reforestation Forester position at Sierra Pacific Industries?
Overview:
At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. Our company has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. We own and sustainably manage over 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals.
About the Position:
At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. Our company has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. We own and sustainably manage over 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals.
About the Position:
- We have an opening for a qualified Reforestation Specialist to work out of our Almanor District office located in Westwood, California.
- The successful applicant is expected to implement district reforestation programs 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.