2 forestry technician jobs found

WHAT YOU WILL DO Forest Inventory ➢ Conduct forest inventory on public and/or private lands using handheld data recorders and basic forest measurement tools. Operate ATV’s, OHV’s, or snowmobiles on a daily or periodic basis. Timber Stand Improvement ➢ Seedling release, tree planting, etc., using handheld mechanized or manual tools. Other Specialized Projects as Needed ➢ Timber sale boundary marking and inventory. ➢ Carbon market related projects. ➢ Urban Forestry/vegetation treatments. ➢ Control invasive plant species via chemical and mechanical means. WHAT TO EXPECT This position is based out of our office in Grand Rapids, MN. In this position you will gain experience in a wide range of forest management activities throughout northern Minnesota, as well as an enhanced understanding of forest ecology in Minnesota timber types. This is a strenuous position requiring a high standard of physical fitness and a...

Job Responsibilities To coordinate and implement the Stewardship Forester Program at the regional level. Serves as member of regional staff and assists with forest management and fire activities within the region. Develops and completes new and/or revised Stewardship Management Plans for private non-industrial forest landowners throughout the region. Coordinates the plan development of private forestry consultants as well as other state and federal agency personnel. Provides assistance to SC Forestry Commission foresters in plan development. Coordinates the implementation of Stewardship Management Plans on private non-industrial forest lands throughout the region. Monitors landowner accomplishments to assess implementation and the provision of technical assistance to Stewardship landowners that will move them toward "Forest Steward" status. Coordinates Stewardship educational program for assigned region. Presents program information to interested groups such as...