Forestry TechnicianMountain Engineering is actively seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Forestry Technicians. As a Forestry Technician, you will be responsible for various forestry tasks, including conducting timber cruising, timber marking, and unit layout for timber harvest operations. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of experts, such as Registered Professional Foresters, Licensed Timber Operators, state and federal agencies, to ensure forestry projects are completed efficiently while adhering to California forest practice rules and environmental regulations. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about the outdoors, with an interest in forestry, environmental science, and strong organizational skills.This is a permanent, full-time position under a multi-year federal stewardship contract. Occasional stand-downs may occur due to winter weather conditions affecting operations. The role provides an excellent opportunity for career growth in land management and forestry. Mountain Engineering offers a training path for advancement toward the Registered Professional Forester License. You will work with a variety of stakeholders, including federal, state, and private landowners, to implement timber harvest plans, mitigate hazard trees, restore post-fire landscapes, and reduce hazardous fuels.Ideal for: Career-oriented individuals, students, or graduates focusing on forestry or related fields.Flexible dates: Students can adjust start and end dates depending on their academic schedule.Lodging available.Duties & Responsibilities:Flagging and marking unit boundaries and stream zonesTimber marking, timber cruising, and timber harvest unit layout/designCollecting and mapping data (GIS/GPS)Traverse uneven terrain on foot and operate 4x4 vehiclesIdentifying hazard trees, tree decay, disease, and defectsOther duties as assigned based on operational needsKnowledge, Skills & Qualifications:Proficient with GPS and handheld data collection devices (Range Finder, Prisms)Strong knowledge of tree biology, tree identification, and timber cruisingFamiliarity with timber harvest processes and California Forest Practice RulesExperience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Field Maps (ESRI), and FSCruiserAbility to navigate in rural and forested areas using a compassAttention to detail, particularly for data accuracy and technical requirementsAbility to hike three miles of uneven terrain carrying up to 20 pounds within one hourSelf-motivated with a positive attitudeCLEAN DRIVING RECORD REQUIRED, with the ability to pass a basic company-administered driving testPre-employment substance screening requiredWorking Conditions:Exposure to all weather conditions, nature (plants, insects, etc.), and uneven terrainAbility to work 10-hour days, 40+ hours per week, when requestedWillingness to travel overnight and share accommodationsTeam-oriented environmentWorking Locations:Plumas National Forest near Quincy, CA and/or La Porte, CABenefits:Premium Health Coverage for Employee and Dependents (Medical, Dental & Vision)Life InsuranceLong Term Disability40 Hours Accrued Paid Vacation7 Paid Holidays5 Paid Sick Days401k – 4% MatchFor questions or additional information, please contact: Stephen Clifford Phone: (916) 990-2586 Email: sc10784@mgeinc.comPre-Employment Controlled Substances Testing of Applicants.All applicants to whom the Company has given a conditional offer of employment are required to submit to a pre-employment Controlled Substances test and must receive a negative result as a condition of employment.Equal Opportunity EmployerMountain Engineering is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at our company are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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