JOB DESCRIPTION
Under supervision, perform manual labor necessary to develop, maintain, or protect areas such as forests, forested areas, woodlands, wetlands, and rangelands through such activities as raising and transporting seedlings; combating insects, pests, and diseases harmful to plant life; and building structures to control water, erosion, and leaching of soil. Includes forester aides, seedling pullers, tree planters, and gatherers of nontimber forestry products such as pine straw.
OTHER JOB TITLES
Conservation Officer, Field Laborer, Forest Resource Specialist, Forestry Support Specialist, Geographic Information Systems Coordinator (GIS Coordinator), Park Maintainer, Reforestation Worker, Tree Planter
JOB TASKS
ANNUAL SALARY
- Workers on average earn $15.27/hr. – $31,770.
- Projected Growth (2019-2029) Decline (-1% or Lower)
- Projected job openings (2019-2029) 1800
REQUIRED EDUCATION
High school diploma/GED, Associate Degree or Higher
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