Forest Patrol

Sierra Pacific Industries
Burney, CA Temporary
POSTED ON 3/14/2024 CLOSED ON 3/28/2024

Job Posting for Forest Patrol at Sierra Pacific Industries

Forest Patrol persons earn $25 per hour
We train and promote from within


Our Forestry Division, Burney District has an opening for a qualified Forest Patrol person to help patrol and manage the Company’s timberlands in Shasta, Lassen, Siskiyou, and Modoc counties. This is a seasonal position based in Burney, CA.

About The Position
• Patrol Company lands and interact with the public
• Enforce Sierra Pacific Industries’ Access Policy
• Close communication with local fire and law enforcement personnel
• Respond to all District incidents, fires, and law enforcement actions when on duty
• Represent the Company in a professional and courteous manner
• Manage and repair Company gates and signs, and maintain accurate gate inventory
• Operate chainsaw, winch, fire pumpers, and other various equipment
• Miscellaneous forestry-related project work requiring demanding physical activity
• Document and report any road system related problems to foresters

Qualifications
• 2 years’ prior experience in law enforcement, fire, security, or natural resource sectors
• Availability to work irregular hours including weekends and most holidays
• Ability to work as a “team” member, but also independently in remote areas
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the public
• Computer skills preferred, with the ability to operate GPS device and tablet to navigate and collect data
• A valid and unrestricted California driver’s license and the ability to drive safely on mountain 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.

In addition, every year since 1979, the Sierra Pacific Foundation has provided an average of $500,000 in scholarships to help the children of our crew members with education expenses.

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


Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
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