Forestry - Botanist Aide
About The Position
Under the supervision of a botany crew leader, the successful applicants will conduct botanical surveys on Sierra Pacific Industries' forests located throughout northern & central California. Qualified applicants must be able to collect detailed field data, work in remote field locations, hike steep slopes over uneven terrain, and work full days in all types of weather. Transportation from the base location to the field is provided. Duties include, but are not limited to: Navigating forest roads & terrain using digital and hard copy maps Recording habitat characteristics for project areas and rare plant locations Plant ID of CA flora to family, genus, and species Survey proposed timber harvest areas and other special projects for rare plant species & collect supporting documentation and vouchers
Requirements
- College coursework in botany, biology, forestry, or related natural resource field - coursework must include plant taxonomy or plant ID
- Ability to ID plant species in the North Coast, Klamath, Cascade, Modoc, and Sierra Nevada regions
- Map/photo interpretation ability
- Driver's license required
Nice To Haves
- One season of botanical field work is desirable, but not required
- Prior GPS and data recorder/tablet use desirable
Responsibilities
- Navigating forest roads & terrain using digital and hard copy maps
- Recording habitat characteristics for project areas and rare plant locations
- Plant ID of CA flora to family, genus, and species
- Survey proposed timber harvest areas and other special projects for rare plant species & collect supporting documentation and vouchers
Benefits
- Meals/lodging will be provided by Sierra Pacific Industries when assigned to work from a location other than the base location.
- Certain assignments may be eligible for a housing allowance or full benefits, including health benefits (medical, dental, and vision), retirement, and paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Wood Product Manufacturing
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
