Forestry Technician

Remote

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A Forestry Technician helps to preserve forested areas for future generations. By conducting tests and inspections, a technician can spot a potential threat before it causes serious damage to plant and animal life. Their enforcement of park rules and regulations reduces the risk of forest fires and accidental injuries and deaths occurring on public and private lands. The educational aspect of Forestry Technician job duties promotes increased respect for forest ecosystems among campers and outdoor enthusiasts. As a result, these activities can further lower the likelihood of fires and potentially minimize the need for maintenance and repairs due to negligence.

What does a Forestry Technician do?

A Forestry Technician, or Forestry Tech, protects and preserves forests on federal, state and private lands. Their duties include collecting and analyzing specimens, fighting and preventing fires and enforcing rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

A Forestry Technician should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Forestry Technician should be able to execute:

Gathering and analyzing plant samples to check for signs of pests and disease
Implementing plans for addressing pest and disease outbreaks
Identifying forest fire risks and taking steps to mitigate them
Writing reports that share test results and observations made during inspections
Dispatching firefighters and coordinating their activities
Assessing the damage caused by fires and helping with cleanup and repair efforts

Required Skills

A competitive Forestry Technician will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Strong background in biology and environmental science
Analytical skills to understand the results of scientific testing
Problem-solving skills to develop plans of action related to conservation and emergency response
Ability to move safely over rough, uneven terrain and to travel over long distances
Interpersonal skills to enforce rules with authority and deescalate confrontations
Project management skills to oversee and coordinate responses to pests, diseases and fire

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