Field Assistant Internship

Description

The Field Assistant Intern for Sierra Forestry Consulting’s Sonoma County division plays a key support role in daily field operations. This position works closely with the Regional Operations Manager and Field Supervisor to assist with crew coordination, orientations and trainings, fleet tracking, headcount management, reporting, and overall operational organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable balancing field support with administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Field Assistant Key Responsibilities

• Support the Regional Operations Manager and Field Supervisor with daily operational and administrative tasks.
• Assist with coordinating communication between field staff and leadership.
• Help facilitate new hire orientations, including paperwork completion, safety briefings, and equipment readiness checks.
• Support ongoing trainings by tracking attendance, preparing materials, and assisting with field demonstrations as needed.
• Assist with maintaining accurate headcount records and workforce tracking documentation.
• Compile and organize operational reports, including production data, safety documentation, and staffing updates.
• Help address local fleet needs by tracking vehicle assignments, reporting maintenance issues, and coordinating basic service appointments.
• Maintain organized records of equipment inventory, PPE distribution, and field supplies.
• Serve as a field-level point of contact for basic operational questions and escalate concerns to supervisors as appropriate.
• Conduct field support tasks as needed, including site visits, documentation collection, and quality assurance checks.
• Promote and uphold safety standards, company policies, and professional conduct in all field activities.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Field Assistant Internship Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Currently enrolled in higher education 
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment
• Experience in forestry, utility, construction, or vegetation management industries is a plus
• Familiarity with GIS systems or mapping software is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or vehicle and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods standing and walking
• Extended periods of driving
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds at times
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, climb and crawl
• Must be able to perform work in a variety of weather conditions

Job Type: Internship, 8 weeks 

Pay: $25-30 / hour

Work Location: In person

Sierra Forestry Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.