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Forestry Technician
At TÜV SÜD Group we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD Group.
Your Tasks
Support timber sale and fuels reduction project preparation, including timber marking and flagging operational boundaries, Watercourse and Lake Protection Zones, and other protection or retention areas
Conduct forest inventory and cruising activities, including potential support for forest carbon inventories
Collect and record inventory and spatial data using mobile tools such as ESRI Collector and other applications
Assist Registered Professional Foresters and team members with field and project work as needed
Follow all company safety policies and operate company equipment responsibly and safely
Maintain confidentiality of all TÜV SÜD, client, and project data and information
Your Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a forestry or closely related degree program, or equivalent relevant experience
Ability to identify Northern California tree species
Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record\
Ability to work safely and effectively in steep, rugged terrain and adverse weather conditions
Strong communication skills, situational awareness, and ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Ability to navigate using GPS, maps, and a compass
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with basic forestry tools and timber inventory methods
Working knowledge of California Forest Practice Rules
Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or a related field
Knowledge of silvicultural prescriptions and forest management practices
Experience supporting timber sale preparation, including flagging Watercourse and Lake Protection Zones, Equipment Limitation Zones, and unit boundaries
Experience conducting timber or natural resource inventories and GPS data collection
Working Conditions
Frequent outdoor fieldwork with extended travel and camping required
Occasional weekend work or travel may be necessary
Operation of four-wheel-drive vehicles and UTVs or ATVs on steep forest roads in accordance with company policy
Ability to work safely and effectively both independently and with a team
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs in a pack or vest
Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks with limited breaks
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, including heat, rain, snow, smoke, dust, and cold temperatures
Ability to walk, hike, or stand for extended periods in steep, rugged, or remote terrain
What We Offer
Competitive hourly pay range of $23–$28 based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity
Opportunity to gain hands-on forestry and field experience in a collaborative team environment
Exposure to a variety of forestry, fuel reduction, and forest management projects
Commitment to a safe and supportive workplace
Additional Information
This is a seasonal position based in Grass Valley, California, with travel required.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran
TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Work Area: Industrial Plants, Energy & Environmental Technology
Country/Region: United States
Job Location: Grass Valley
Working Model: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time / temporary
Company: TÜV SÜD America Inc.
Org Unit Code: FRST-G
Requisition ID: 3683
Duration in months (if limited contract):
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