Competitive pay
Top-of-market hourly wages, overtime and annual safety and retention bonuses.
Build a career
that grows
We're always looking for people who take pride in hard, honest work. No experience? We'll train you.
Why Ridgeback
A good job in the woods, done properly
The average crew member has been with us eleven years. Here's why they stay.
Full benefits
Medical, dental and vision for you and your family from your first full month.
Paid training
Two-week paid bootcamp plus a 90-day mentorship. CDL and equipment certifications covered.
401(k) match
We match 5% of your retirement contributions — and employees are vested after one year.
Room to grow
Over half of our supervisors started as entry-level crew. We promote from within.
Safety culture
Stop-work authority for everyone, new gear every season and a zero-lost-time record to protect.
Open roles
Current openings
Don't see your trade? Send us your details anyway — we hire year-round for the right people.
Faller / Timber Cutter Full-time
Fell timber on steep and flat ground using chainsaws and directional felling techniques. 2+ years of experience preferred; certified-faller pathway available.
- $32–$46/hr + production bonus
- Cascade Falls & field crews
Log Truck Driver (CDL-A) Full-time
Haul round-wood from landings to regional mills. Clean driving record and CDL-A required. Log-truck experience preferred; we'll train the right driver.
- $30–$40/hr + overtime
- Home every night on most routes
Sawmill Operator Full-time
Run the band sawmill, edger or planer. Mechanical aptitude and attention to grading detail matter more than previous experience.
- $24–$34/hr, day shift
- Sawmill Road facility
Registered Forester Full-time
Lead timber cruising, harvest planning and landowner consultations. Forestry degree and state registration (or eligibility) required.
- $78K–$98K salary
- Hybrid office & field
Heavy Equipment Mechanic Full-time
Maintain and repair our harvesters, skidders, loaders and log trucks. Diesel and hydraulics experience a must.
- $36–$48/hr + tool allowance
- Shop & field service
Seasonal Tree Planter Seasonal
Join our reforestation crews from January to April. No experience required — we provide training, tools and transportation.
- Paid per tree — most crews earn $22–$35/hr
- Return bonus for repeat planters
Life at Ridgeback
Early starts. Long views. Good company.
Apply
Tell us about yourself
It takes two minutes. A member of our crew-hiring team will call you within three business days.
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Apply
Send the form or email your résumé to careers@ridgebacktimber.com.
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Phone chat
A relaxed 20-minute call about your experience and goals.
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Site visit
Meet the crew, tour the yard and mill, ask us anything.
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Offer & start
Written offer, paid bootcamp, then out to the woods with a mentor.