Employer Sierra Pacific Industries Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Our Forestry Division, North Sierra Region, has an opening for an Equipment Operator to help sustainably manage the Company’s road systems in Lassen, Plumas, Tehama, Butte, Yuba, Nevada, Placer, El Dorado, and Sierra counties. This position will work with California Registered Professional Foresters and perform road work on Timber Harvest Plans and US Forest Service contracts. Requires living in or around the Butte County area.About the PositionOperate, maintain, and repair heavy equipment to effectively build road systemsSafely operate various types of heavy equipment, including: excavator, backhoe, grader, roller, dump truck, and water truckPerform daily equipment maintenance and safety checksRecognize and report needed maintenance and repairsOperate a four-wheel drive vehicle and safely negotiate steep mountainous roadsNavigate mountainous areas using maps, GPS device, and tabletEffectively work in various weather and field conditionsWork out-of-town on some forestry-related road system projects Qualifications1 year experience operating trucks, dozers, graders, backhoes, and/or excavatorsClass A license (ability to obtain Class A license within one year may be considered)Current valid driver’s license, with clean driving recordExperience safely towing various types of trailersHeavy Equipment Certification from an accredited school or program is preferredBasic understanding of logging, road construction, and forestry operationsWorking knowledge of road, watercourse crossings, drainage, and erosion control construction and maintenanceProven commitment to safetyExcellent communication skills, self-motivation, and a strong work ethicDemonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Oroville, CA Salary: $30.55 to $34.55 per hour Job Benefits: We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company-paid Life Insurance.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 IndustriesHuman ResourcesPO Box 496011Redding, CA 96049(866) 378-8001or apply online at the direct job posting link below!You can view all our career opportunities at: spi-ind.com/forestry Application Deadline: Sat, 04/25/2026 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/4060103312026
