Employer Sierra Pacific Industries Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Qualified Research Technicians help to maintain Sierra Pacific Industries’ long-term water quality, microclimate, road inventory, sediment, and erosion programs. Research and Monitoring Program staff are required to be familiar with, and adhere to, the Research and Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Project Plan, all standard operating procedures, and any additional departmental procedural documents. Staff must follow all Research and Monitoring Program guidelines, requirements, standards, documentation practices, and quality assurance/quality control procedures throughout the life of all projects. This position provides an excellent opportunity to support various ongoing peer-reviewed research projects throughout Sierra Pacific Industries’ California timberlands.The Research Technician will use ATVs, 4x4 vehicles, and foot access to perform a variety of tasks with the Research and Monitoring Crew in Sierra Pacific Industries’ forests. Applicants must be willing to work in remote areas both as part of a group and independently. QualificationsCollege-level coursework in hydrology, geology, geography, geomorphology, or Forestry, Natural Resources, or related program of study is preferredPossess valid driver's license and have ability to drive on hazardous mountain roadsSafely use ATVs in remote areas - will be required to load ATVs into trucks or tow an ATV on a trailer to the field with a four-wheel drive vehicle provided by Sierra Pacific IndustriesAbility to safely work in streams, riparian areas, remote forest road networks, and hike and navigate alone in remote steep mountainous regions using map, compass, and GPS Job Field: Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Water and Soil Resources Wildlife GIS/Technology Community Forestry & Arboriculture Other Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location Detail: Anderson, CA Salary: Wages range from $19.50 to $21.50 per hour Job Benefits: Compensation includes competitive hourly wage and housing allowance for qualifying individuals.How to apply:Apply online at: https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3928810262025Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume when submitting application.Applications Close: February 16th 2026Interviews will be ongoing as applications are received.Positions may be filled prior to deadline.Employment Period: MAY/JUNE - AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2026 (flexible start & end dates) Application Deadline: Mon, 02/16/2026 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3928810262025
