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Forestry - Wildlife Biologist Aide (9 locations)

Employer
Sierra Pacific Industries
Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills

Qualified Wildlife Biologist Aides help manage the Company's forest lands in California. Primary species being surveyed will be the Spotted Owl and American Goshawk. This position provides an excellent opportunity to observe Spotted Owls from many known sites. Last season, our crew documented over 300 Spotted Owls.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • 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

  • Degree in wildlife biology, forestry, or biological science preferred
  • One season 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
  • Possess valid driver’s license and have ability to drive hazardous mountain roads
  • Excellent communication skills
Job Field:
Fisheries
Forestry
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Water and Soil Resources
Wildlife
GIS/Technology
Community Forestry & Arboriculture
Other
Job Type:
Seasonal, Temporary, Internship
Location Detail:
9 locations:
Anderson, CA
Burney, CA
Camino, CA
Chico, CA
Fortuna, CA
Grass Valley, CA
Martell, CA
Weaverville, CA
Westwood, CA
Salary:
Wages range from $22 to $26 per hour
Job Benefits:

Certain assignments may be eligible for a housing allowance or full 
benefits, including health benefits, retirement, and paid holidays.

How to apply:

Apply online at: 
Anderson, CA https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3928910262025

Burney, CA https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3929010262025

Camino, CA https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3929110262025 

Chico, CA https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3929210262025

Fortuna, CA https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3929310262025

Grass Valley, CA https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3929610262025

Sutter Creek, CA https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3929410262025

Weaverville, CA https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3929510262025

Westwood, CA https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/3929710262025

Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume when submitting application.

Applications Close: February 16th 2026
Interviews will be ongoing as applications are received.
Positions may be filled prior to deadline.

Employment Period: SPRING - FALL 2026 (flexible start & end dates)
 

Application Deadline:

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