Forest Ranger – Field Ops & Trail Maintenance

Florida; Webster (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Uniform Allotment

Annual Boot Allotment

Job summary

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service, seeks a Park Ranger for the Withlacoochee State Forest. This skilled role involves operating heavy equipment to build and maintain forest roads, trails, and features, and to support silvicultural activities.

Applicants must have a high school diploma and a valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within six months. Occasional travel and emergency response are required. Drug testing and safety regulations apply.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or its equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for the construction, improvement and maintenance of forest roads, culverts, recreation features such as campground sites, horse and foot trails, streamside erosion control, road closures, permanent boundary and fire lanes.
• Performs forest management practices including site preparation, tree planting, etc.
• Uses road tractors to transport heavy equipment, vehicles, and construction materials across Florida and beyond.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs on fleet equipment.
• Responds to forest visitors’ inquiries and provides information, maps related to forest road conditions, access, and recreation.
• Assists in maintenance of state forest recreation areas and primitive hunt camps.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service, seeks a Park Ranger for the Withlacoochee State Forest. This skilled role involves operating heavy equipment to build and maintain forest roads, trails, and features, and to support silvicultural activities.

Applicants must have a high school diploma and a valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within six months. Occasional travel and emergency response are required. Drug testing and safety regulations apply.