Forest Technician
- Ideal for nature lovers passionate about conserving forests and natural resources.
- Play a vital role in protecting ecosystems and ensuring sustainable forest management.
- Unique chance to lead teams in fire prevention and forest restoration efforts.
💰 Earn $49K-$73K
📚 Associate Degree
Overview
Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.Scoop
Good (Increasing by 1-5%)
Day-to-Day
- Thin and space trees and control weeds and undergrowth, using manual tools and chemicals, or supervise workers performing these tasks.
- Train and lead forest and conservation workers in seasonal activities, such as planting tree seedlings, putting out forest fires, and maintaining recreational facilities.
- Provide information about, and enforce, regulations, such as those concerning environmental protection, resource utilization, fire safety, and accident prevention.
- Patrol park or forest areas to protect resources and prevent damage.
- Map forest tract data using digital mapping systems.
Best For You If...
YOU Like 💕
- Influencing or leading others
- Working with my hands
- Thinking and problem solving
You are skilled in 💫
- Social Perceptiveness
- Critical Thinking
- Writing
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
You value 🙏
- Job security
- Accomplishing things
- Having freedom
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Forest Technician
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