At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD.

Your Tasks

• Plan, coordinate, and lead forestry fieldwork, including timber marking, cruising, vegetation and fuels inventories, and harvest layout activities.
• Supervise and mentor forestry technicians by organizing daily workflow, providing coaching and feedback, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
• Support project preparation and documentation such as timber harvest plans, vegetation reports, and contract administration for logging, thinning, and biomass operations.
• Communicate proactively with supervisors, colleagues, and clients through meetings, calls, or written updates to ensure project alignment.
• Conduct carbon and timber inventories for verification projects and contribute data analysis and reporting.
• Coordinate with clients regarding planning, data delivery, and changes in scope while maintaining professionalism and service excellence.
• Participate in training and professional development to enhance technical and leadership skills related to forestry and compliance.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or related field and eligibility to obtain a California Registered Professional Forester (RPF) license within two years.
• Minimum of three years of relevant forestry field experience, including prior supervisory or team-lead responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of California Forest Practice Rules and project permitting processes.
• Proficiency in timber cruising, data collection, and contract administration.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams in diverse field environments.
• Valid California driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Physical ability to perform fieldwork in rugged terrain, varied weather, and remote locations; willingness to travel and camp as required.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to develop technical and leadership skills within a respected global sustainability and forestry organization.
• Access to mentorship from Registered Professional Foresters and senior project managers.
• Exposure to diverse forestry, carbon, and sustainability projects throughout the United States.
• Supportive team culture emphasizing safety, inclusion, and professional growth.
• Learning and development programs tailored to technical and managerial advancement.
• A workplace environment aligned with TÜV SÜD’s global values of integrity, customer orientation, and collaboration.

Additional Information

• The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is $70,000 - 85,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 2 weeks for other parents, health plans (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, and generous paid time off.
• Work model: Remote
• Requires use of field measurement tools such as diameter tape, compass, GPS, clinometer, and standard office equipment.
• Involves extended outdoor work, travel to remote project sites, and occasional overnight stays or camping.
• Must comply with all company environmental, health, and safety standards.
• We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.