Job Description
Sierra Pacific Industries Equipment Operator North Sierra Road Crew Oroville, CA Our Forestry Division, North Sierra Region, has an opening for an Equipment Operator to help sustainably manage the Companys 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. Earn $30.55 to $34.55 per hour! ABOUT THE POSITION Operate, maintain, and repair heavy equipment to effectively build road systems Safely operate various types of heavy equipment, including: excavator, backhoe, grader, roller, dump truck, and water truck Perform daily equipment maintenance and safety checks Recognize and report needed maintenance and repairs Operate a four-wheel drive vehicle and safely negotiate steep mountainous roads Navigate mountainous areas using maps, GPS device, and tablet Effectively work in various weather and field conditions Work out-of-town on some forestry-related road system projects QUALIFICATIONS 1 year experience operating trucks, dozers, graders, backhoes, and/or excavators Class A license (ability to obtain Class A within one year may be considered) Current valid drivers license, with clean driving record Experience safely towing various types of trailers Heavy Equipment Certification from an accredited school or program is preferred Basic understanding of logging, road construction, and forestry operations Working knowledge of road, watercourse crossings, drainage, and erosion control construction and maintenance Proven commitment to safety Excellent communication skills, self-motivation, and a strong work ethic Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member WHY JOIN OUR TEAM Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better. In addition to paid vacation and 10 paid holidays, 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 Industries Human Resources PO Box 496011 Redding, CA 96049 (866) 378-8001 or apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi-ind.com/forestry Celebrate our 300th million seedling planted with us! spi-ind.com/OurForests/ThreeHundredMillion Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. We are a drug and tobacco free workplace.