Field Forest Conservation Technician — Maui

Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i; Hawaii; On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i is recruiting for the PCSU Forestry Field Project Assistant (Landscape Conservation) in Maui, Hawai‘i. The role supports DOFAW Forest Management through field duties, GPS data collection, and habitat monitoring, with regular camping and occasional helicopter-related work.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of field experience in remote settings, knowledge of flora/fauna, and the ability to navigate with GPS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years field experience surveying plants/animals.
• Basic knowledge of flora, fauna, and alien species threats.
• Ability to use GPS and navigate using maps.

Responsibilities

• Assist with building, inspecting, and maintaining fences.
• Monitor/control alien plants, feral pigs, axis deer, goats, and predators in MOIs.
• Deploy game cameras and bait stations for ungulate/predator monitoring.
• Input data into GPS and computer databases; assist with flora/fauna surveys.
• Work camping trips up to 4–5 days; travel on project vehicles; irregular hours.

Skills

Field survey

GPS navigation

Data entry

Fence inspection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i is recruiting for the PCSU Forestry Field Project Assistant (Landscape Conservation) in Maui, Hawai‘i. The role supports DOFAW Forest Management through field duties, GPS data collection, and habitat monitoring, with regular camping and occasional helicopter-related work.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of field experience in remote settings, knowledge of flora/fauna, and the ability to navigate with GPS.