Job Description

Summer Forestry Technician

Humboldt Redwood Company is seeking summer forestry technicians! This is a non-exempt position, the hourly rate for this position is $28.65 and includes benefits. These positions are based in Scotia, CA. We anticipate the season to be May 2026 through September 2026.

The Mendocino Companies own nearly 450,000 acres of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC C031337) certificated redwood and Douglas-fir timberland, constitute the largest waterborne wood treater in the Western USA, and is the largest producer of redwood lumber in the world. Collectively providing 950 employees and their families with excellent wages and benefits in communities throughout the Western USA. Additionally, the Mendocino Companies own and operate a 25-megaWatt biomass cogeneration power plant and wood pellet plant.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the forest managers, lead biologists the summer forestry technician will work closely with the respective registered professional foresters to conduct field work to implement timber harvesting plans (THPs) and other forest management projects, survey and monitor threatened, endangered, and sensitive species.

Key Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Forestry
  • Timber marking
  • Timber harvest plan layout
  • Timber cruising
• Forest science
  • Wildlife surveys
  • Rare plant survey

Qualifications

• High school education or GED equivalent.
• Familiarity with concepts in forest ecology, and wildlife management techniques and security procedures a plus.
• Knowledge of GPS, working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook a plus.
• The employee must have ability to use directional compass and topographical maps, and/or GPS.
• Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines, reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Must maintain and carry a valid driver license and remain eligible and capable of operating company vehicles including automobiles, trucks and large 4-wheel drive vehicles in accordance with company policy guidelines.

Travel Requirements

The position has travel requirements of a local nature (within 100 miles one way) usually by pickup truck.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is continuously required to walk, sit, and communicate effectively.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, necessary for navigation, data collection, and safety awareness.
• Manual dexterity is required to operate forestry tools and equipment, including chainsaws, hand tools, and data collection devices.
• Climbing and/or crawling through steep and brushy terrain may be required for one to two hours per day.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed primarily outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, and rugged or steep terrain.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be loud when operating chainsaws, vehicles, or other mechanical equipment.
• This position requires regular travel within a local area (typically within 100 miles) by truck or other vehicles.
• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required while in the field, including eye protection, hearing protection, safety footwear, leather or rubber gloves, sleeve protection, and a hard hat.
• The position may require night work and irregular schedule.

Competencies:

Quality of work - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity of work - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; uses time efficiently.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information; communicates efficiently with supervisor and other employees.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any, or a combination of, the following characteristics: race (including hair texture and styles), color, caste, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other characteristic protected by state or federal anti-discrimination law covering employment.

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