Groundsman

CTL Forest Management – A Ceres Company specializes in efficient, low-impact logging techniques and is a leader in post-fire hazard tree removal, wildfire fuel reduction, logging operations, vegetative and erosion control, and wetland and natural resource restoration. CTL is pursuing a strategy to become the national leader at the intersection of private enterprise and public need, collaborating with federal and state agencies, tribal partners, conservation organizations, mills, biomass facilities, and wood product innovators.

Ceres Global is a network of companies delivering integrated solutions in infrastructure, power, environmental services, and community resilience, with nearly 50 years of experience and $2 billion in bonded project capacity. The company operates globally, combining local insight with shared resources to create lasting impact in disaster recovery, electrical infrastructure, power generation, heavy civil construction, environmental restoration, and materials recovery.

About the role

CTL Forest Management is seeking Groundsmen to support forestry operations, logging activities, vegetation management, and environmental restoration projects. This role is critical to safe, effective field operations. Groundsmen must be able to work in fast-paced, outdoor environments, support production crews, and maintain strong safety discipline while completing mission-critical work that supports community resilience and natural resource restoration.

Responsibilities

• Support logging and forestry operations including clearing, limbing, bucking support, and vegetative debris handling
• Assist with site preparation for vegetation management, fuels reduction, and revegetation projects
• Operate hand tools and light equipment including chainsaws (as qualified), pole saws, weed eaters, and brush cutting tools
• Assist equipment operators and crew members with daily production tasks
• Support loading, unloading, staging, and transport of logs, materials, and equipment
• Follow all safety practices, OSHA requirements, and worksite rules
• Work in difficult or hazardous environments including steep terrain, dense vegetation, post-fire landscapes, and extreme weather
• Complete assigned work efficiently and within project timelines
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow written and verbal instructions for task completion
• Work effectively with foremen, supervisors, and coworkers
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of field operations

Success Metrics

• Safe, accident-free performance in all environments
• Timely, high-quality execution of assigned tasks
• Effective support of crew productivity and field operations
• Strong adherence to OSHA and company safety policies
• Reliable attendance, communication, and teamwork
• Ability to adapt to changing field conditions and project demands
• Contribution to a safe, productive, and mission-driven field team

Requirements

• Experience in logging, forestry, landscaping, or general outdoor labor preferred
• Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions
• Strong situational awareness in hazardous environments
• Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs or more
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather
• Ability to work around poisonous plants and noxious vegetation
• Demonstrated safety and productivity discipline
• Reliable, punctual, and consistent availability
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in forestry, logging, fuels reduction, or environmental restoration projects
• Chainsaw experience or certification
• Experience working in post-fire or rugged terrain environments

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, and balance in varying conditions
• Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must have specific vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, gloves, and steel-toed boots
• Ability to work in challenging environments including adverse weather, uneven terrain, exposure to mechanical parts, wet and/or humid conditions, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and loud noise levels
• Commitment to following safety standards and protocols

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and outdoor elements
• Frequent exposure to heat, dust, vibration, and loud noise
• Occasional exposure to wet/humid conditions, cold temperatures, or elevated work areas
• Worksite conditions may include steep slopes, post-fire terrain, or dense vegetation

Pay

$17–25/hr (based on experience and qualifications). Per-diem and lodging provided when traveling.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Travel opportunities

Why Join CTL Forest Management?

At CTL, you won’t just have a job, you’ll have a mission. Your work will directly support how we execute projects, protect communities, and deliver responsible forest management solutions. We offer a collaborative, mission-driven culture, opportunities to grow within forestry and field operations, and the chance to make a lasting difference in forestry management and community resilience.