Defensible Space Inspector

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State retirement benefits

Health benefits (medical, dental, and視

Vision benefits

Career growth within state service

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is seeking a Forestry Technician to support wildland resource management. You will assist with field surveys, data collection, vegetation monitoring, and mapping, helping to implement fuels reduction projects and provide hands-on operational support in the field.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, safety-focused, and motivated to protect California’s natural resources.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented, safety-focused, and motivated to protect California’s natural resources.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field surveys and data collection.
• Conduct vegetation monitoring to support resource management.
• Support fuels reduction projects and mapping activities.
• Provide hands-on operational support in field operations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Safety-focused

Motivated to protect resources

Job description

A Forestry Technician with CAL FIRE supports critical wildland resource management by assisting with field surveys, data collection, and vegetation monitoring. This role helps maintain healthy forest ecosystems through fuels reduction projects, mapping, and hands-on operational support. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, safety-focused, and motivated to protect California’s natural resources.

Why CAL FIRE?

• Strong work-life balance with a consistent schedule
• State benefits including retirement, health, dental, and vision
• Opportunities for career growth and upward mobility within state service
• A mission-driven culture where your work supports communities across California
• A team environment that values reliability, professionalism, and support

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