Groundsman

Job Title: Groundsman
Location: Stockton, CA
Reports to: Foreman / Superintendent
Compensation Range: $17-25/hr hourly (based on experience and qualifications)
Other Compensation: Per-Diem and lodging provided when traveling
Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and travel opportunities

CTL Forest Management – A Ceres Company

CTL (Cut-to-Length) Forest Management utilizes the most efficient and low-impact logging techniques to compete in the forest management industry. CTL is an expert in post-fire hazard tree removal, wildfire fuel reduction, logging operations, vegetative and erosion control, and wetland and natural resource restoration.

Currently, CTL is pursuing a bold and measurable strategy to become the national leader at the intersection of private enterprise and public need. This involves working closely with federal and state agencies, tribal partners, and conservation organizations, while also building strong relationships with downstream mills, biomass facilities, and emerging wood product innovators.

The Ceres Global Commitment

Open Doors. Secure Millions. Rebuild Communities.

Ceres Global is a network of companies delivering integrated solutions in infrastructure, power, environmental services, and community resilience. Founded in 1976, Ceres has grown from a Midwest operation to a global enterprise with nine offices across the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean, India, and New Zealand.

With $2 billion in bonded project capacity and nearly 50 years of experience, Ceres Global serves clients worldwide through specialized units in disaster recovery, electrical infrastructure, power generation, heavy civil construction, environmental restoration, and materials recovery. These units operate as one cohesive force, combining local insight, shared resources, and global expertise to create lasting impact.

Driven by Purpose, Powered by People

At Ceres Global, we believe you’re more than just an employee; you’re part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission. Every team member plays a vital role in restoring hope and helping communities recover and rebuild.

We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We don’t just respond to challenges - we rise to them.

We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay, growth opportunities, travel, and a culture built on resilience and teamwork.

What We Are Looking For

CTL Forest Managment 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.

What You Will Do

• 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 in This Role Will Be Measured By

• 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

Required Qualifications

• 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

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
• The chance to make a lasting difference in forestry management and community resilience

Equal Opportunity Statement

CTL Forest Management is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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