Employer Sierra Pacific Industries Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations.We are seeking a qualified Wildfire & Fuels Specialist to assist in implementing fuels reduction projects on Company lands, support of wildfire response and coordination efforts between Company and fire response agencies and assist in implementing a joint fuel break program with the United States Forest Service across Oregon and Washington timberlands. This position would be based at our division in Eugene, Oregon.About the PositionDevelopment, implementation, maintenance and support of fuels reduction projects on Company landsRelationship enhancement with local fire agency representativesSupport and coordination of Company on wildfire response, engagement and trainingAdministration contracts, including oversight of mechanical harvesting and fuels reduction contractorsProject area flagging and layoutContractor development, scheduling and planningMonitor quality control guidelines and ensure contract complianceCollection, maintenance and reporting of production and cost dataEffectively and professionally interact with private contractors, company employees, federal, state and local agenciesWork in support of the Company’s goals and objectivesWork independently and safely in mountainous terrain and all-weather conditions QualificationsDegree in Forestry, Fire Science or significantly equivalent experience is requiredMinimum of 5 years of experience that includes: harvest or fuels reduction supervision, contract administration, and general forestry and fire related workUnderstanding of harvesting, fuels reduction and fire operationsProficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and WordExcellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skillsProven to be a reliable self-starter with a strong work ethic and safety consciousPossess a valid driver’s license and able to navigate remote areas Job Field: Fisheries Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Water and Soil Resources Wildlife GIS/Technology Community Forestry & Arboriculture Other Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Eugene, OR Salary: The general wage range for this position at Sierra Pacific Industries is from $80,000 to $150,000 per year, and is dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to: relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education. Job Benefits: 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 https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3951502172026 View all our career opportunities at: spi.careers Application Deadline: Sat, 03/14/2026 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3951502172026
