Sierra Pacific Industries
Forestry - Wildlife Biologist Aide
Sierra Pacific Industries, Weaverville, California, us, 96093
Forestry - Wildlife Biologist Aide – Sierra Pacific Industries
Wages range from $22 to $26 per hour.
Qualified Wildlife Biologist Aides help manage the Company’s forest lands in California. Primary species surveyed include the Spotted Owl and American Goshawk. This position offers opportunities to observe Spotted Owls at numerous sites; last season our crew documented over 300 Spotted Owls.
Responsibilities
Support ongoing monitoring of sensitive species.
Engage in forestry and wildlife‑related project work requiring demanding physical activity, night‑time hours, and off‑road driving.
Perform data entry.
Camp for up to four nights in one week.
Qualifications
Degree in wildlife biology, forestry, or biological science preferred.
One season of experience calling for raptors preferred.
Knowledge of native wildlife species of California forests.
Ability to safely hike and navigate alone in remote, steep mountainous regions using map, compass, and GPS.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive hazardous mountain roads.
Excellent communication skills.
Base Locations: Anderson, Burney, Camino, Chico, Fortuna, Grass Valley, Martell, Weaverville, and Westwood, California.
Certain assignments may be eligible for a housing allowance or full benefits, including health benefits (medical, dental, and vision), retirement, and paid holidays.
Apply online at
spi-ind.com/internships . Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume.
Applications close: February 16th 2026. Interviews will be ongoing as applications are received. Positions may be filled prior to the deadline.
Employment Period: SPRING - FALL 2026 (flexible start & end dates).
Celebrate our 300th million seedling planted with us!
SPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
About Our Company Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth‑generation family‑owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state‑of‑the‑art facilities and others strive to become part of the team.
We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100‑year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands.
Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn’t turned into hand‑crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass‑fueled power plants.
We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug‑free and tobacco‑free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E‑verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries: Wood Product Manufacturing
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Wages range from $22 to $26 per hour.
Qualified Wildlife Biologist Aides help manage the Company’s forest lands in California. Primary species surveyed include the Spotted Owl and American Goshawk. This position offers opportunities to observe Spotted Owls at numerous sites; last season our crew documented over 300 Spotted Owls.
Responsibilities
Support ongoing monitoring of sensitive species.
Engage in forestry and wildlife‑related project work requiring demanding physical activity, night‑time hours, and off‑road driving.
Perform data entry.
Camp for up to four nights in one week.
Qualifications
Degree in wildlife biology, forestry, or biological science preferred.
One season of experience calling for raptors preferred.
Knowledge of native wildlife species of California forests.
Ability to safely hike and navigate alone in remote, steep mountainous regions using map, compass, and GPS.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive hazardous mountain roads.
Excellent communication skills.
Base Locations: Anderson, Burney, Camino, Chico, Fortuna, Grass Valley, Martell, Weaverville, and Westwood, California.
Certain assignments may be eligible for a housing allowance or full benefits, including health benefits (medical, dental, and vision), retirement, and paid holidays.
Apply online at
spi-ind.com/internships . Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume.
Applications close: February 16th 2026. Interviews will be ongoing as applications are received. Positions may be filled prior to the deadline.
Employment Period: SPRING - FALL 2026 (flexible start & end dates).
Celebrate our 300th million seedling planted with us!
SPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
About Our Company Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth‑generation family‑owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state‑of‑the‑art facilities and others strive to become part of the team.
We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100‑year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands.
Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn’t turned into hand‑crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass‑fueled power plants.
We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug‑free and tobacco‑free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E‑verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries: Wood Product Manufacturing
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