Forest Recovery Field Technician: Restoration & Fire

The Nature Conservancy; South Carolina; On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Forest Recovery Technician to support the Hurricane Helene recovery and forest restoration effort on Sumter National Forest in South Carolina. The role involves fieldwork on Andrew Pickens Ranger District, hazardous fuels reduction, and restoration activities, working with TNC staff, Forest Service personnel, and contractors.

You will help monitor, document, and report field results, while following plans and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1-year related experience.
• Experience with natural systems and ecological land management principles.
• Experience operating and/or repairing equipment and machinery.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work and work in a field-based team.
• Must obtain and maintain FFT2, First Aid, CPR, AED, and other required qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in field activities supporting forest recovery, prescribed fire, fuels reduction, restoration objectives.
• Complete tasks per work plans, procedures, and field conditions.
• Support prescribed fire, vegetation management, invasive species treatment, and restoration activities.
• Operate and maintain tools, vehicles, equipment, and project supplies safely.
• Collect field data and records to support reporting and project deliverables.

Skills

Field work experience

Safety and documentation

Ecological land management

Equipment operation

Maps & plans following

Team collaboration

Wildland fire training

Valid driver’s license

Education

AS/Technical or science degree

Tools

NWCG qualifications

First Aid/CPR/AED

Driver license required

Job description

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Forest Recovery Technician to support the Hurricane Helene recovery and forest restoration effort on Sumter National Forest in South Carolina. The role involves fieldwork on Andrew Pickens Ranger District, hazardous fuels reduction, and restoration activities, working with TNC staff, Forest Service personnel, and contractors.

You will help monitor, document, and report field results, while following plans and safety protocols.