Forest Recovery Technician: Field Fire & Restoration

The Nature Conservancy; North Charleston (SC); 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 in South Carolina. The role focuses on field-based restoration, hazardous fuels reduction, and prescribed fire under established plans and guidance.

You will work with TNC staff, U.S. Forest Service personnel, and partners on the Andrew Pickens Ranger District, performing physically demanding field tasks and coordinating data collection and reporting.

Qualifications

• AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field.
• Experience with natural systems.
• Experience in ecological land management principles.
• Experience operating and/or repairing various types of equipment and machinery.
• Experience performing physically demanding outdoor work safely and working as part of a field-based team.
• Experience following maps, work plans, safety requirements, and technical instructions; maintain accurate records; and communicate effectively with coworkers and partners.
• Must obtain and maintain Wildland Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2), First Aid, CPR, AED, and other qualifications or training required for assigned duties.
• Valid driver’s license and must meet TNC’s vehicle-use requirements, travel frequently, and operate vehicles on unimproved roads.

Responsibilities

• Participate in field activities that support forest recovery, prescribed fire, hazardous fuels reduction, ecological restoration, and related conservation objectives.
• Complete assigned field tasks in accordance with work plans, established procedures, technical direction, and changing field conditions.
• Support the preparation, implementation, monitoring, and follow-up of prescribed fire, vegetation management, invasive species treatment, and other forest restoration activities.
• Operate and maintain tools, vehicles, equipment, and project supplies in accordance with training, authorization, and established safety requirements.
• Collect and maintain field data, treatment records, and other documentation needed to track accomplishments and support project reporting.
• Promote safe and compliant operations by participating in briefings, hazard assessments, after-action reviews, and incident reporting and by following approved plans, policies, and environmental requirements.
• Assist with field logistics and communicate operational needs, progress, safety concerns, and project results to designated project leads.
• Work collaboratively with TNC staff, agency personnel, contractors, landowners, community members, and other partners; support training and outreach activities when assigned.

Skills

Field experience

Ecological land management

Follow maps & plans

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field

Tools

FFT2 qualification

Job description

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Forest Recovery Technician to support the Hurricane Helene recovery and forest restoration in South Carolina. The role focuses on field-based restoration, hazardous fuels reduction, and prescribed fire under established plans and guidance.

You will work with TNC staff, U.S. Forest Service personnel, and partners on the Andrew Pickens Ranger District, performing physically demanding field tasks and coordinating data collection and reporting.