Forestry - Wildlife Technician

Overview Wages range from $19.50 to $21.50 per hour. Qualified Wildlife Interns help manage the Company's forest lands in the Sierra Nevada. Primary species being surveyed will be the California Spotted Owl and Northern Goshawk. This position provides an excellent opportunity to observe spotted owls from many known sites. Last season, our crew documented over 300 California Spotted Owls.

Duties

Support on-going monitoring of sensitive species

Forestry and wildlife-related project work requiring demanding physical activity, night-time hours, and off-road driving

Data entry

Camping for up to four nights in one week

Qualifications

College-level coursework in wildlife biology, forestry, or biological science

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

Possess valid driver’s license and have ability to drive hazardous mountain roads

Excellent communication skills

Base Locations Anderson, Burney, Sonora, and Westwood, California

Compensation Competitive hourly wage and housing allowance for qualifying individuals.

How To Apply Apply online at

spi-ind.com/internships . Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume when submitting application.

Application Close February 16th 2026

Interview Schedule Interviews will be ongoing as applications are received.

Position Availability Positions may be filled prior to deadline.

Employment Period MAY/JUNE - AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2026 (flexible start & end dates)

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

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