Forestry Technician

Opportunity summary

Term length

5/6/2024 - 11/15/2024

Application window

2/20/2024 - 5/3/2024

Location

Sierra Nevada, California

Hourly pay equivalent

$21.00

Project summary

The forestry crews support USFS vegetation management and fuels reduction efforts throughout the Sierra Nevada. Work includes vital timber sale-preparation, vegetation management, and restoration projects. The projects directly aid the USFS in bolstering forest resilience against climate change and wildfires. The projects ensure the longevity of these forests for future generations.

Opportunity description

Forestry Technicians will serve vegetation management, fuels reduction, and post fire restoration efforts by performing a variety of activities. Projects will include timber sale unit boundary and layout, tree species ID, timber marking and cruising, and collect general silviculture and stand examination data. All procedures will be performed in compliance with silvicultural prescriptions based on forest, treatment, and land management goals. Project specific training will be provided.

Benefits

Housing
Healthcare
Mental and behavioral health benefits

Requirements and qualifications

Requirements

Must have at least one of the following: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in forestry (preferred), natural resource management or related field, with coursework and experience that demonstrates an understanding of the principles of forestry or six months of professional fieldwork experience. Capacity to collect and maintain field data in an organized manner that is easily understood and accessible to other resources staff. Ability to communicate effectively.

Preferred qualifications

Familiarity with cruising and marking techniques. Familiarity with, and interest in, resource management issues of western states and the ecology of the Sierra Nevada ecoregion. Familiarity with the mixed conifer forests typical of eastern California, including common plants (woody and herbaceous), wildlife, geology and topography. Ability to safely operate and maintain a 4WD vehicle on and off paved roads. Ability to understand, implement and adhere to established data collection.