Forest Technician I: Field & GIS Support

State of North Carolina - Agriculture & Consumer Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

State-owned vehicle

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Agriculture & Consumer Services' NC Forest Service seeks a Forestry Technician I (S) in Rose Hill, NC. The role supports landowner forestry requests, promotes tree care in communities, and delivers forestry education through schools and partner groups.

Work hours typically 8–5, with after-hours readiness during fire danger and emergencies; occasional overnight travel. Applicants require an Associate's degree in forestry or a related field, or a high school/GED with two

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in forest management or environmental or natural science, or equivalent experience.
• High school diploma or GED with two years related forestry experience.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with servicing landowner requests for forestry assistance.
• Assist with programs to promote the importance of trees and tree care.
• Provide and promote forestry education through interactions with partners, schools, civic groups and 4-H.
• Promote protection of the State's natural resources through wildfire planning.
• Respond during emergencies such as wildland fires and natural disasters.

Skills

Forest management

Wildfire suppression

GPS/GIS

Communication

Organization

Team player

Calm under stress

Education

Associate's degree in forest management or environmental or natural science

High school diploma or GED with two years related experience

Tools

GPS

GIS

Job description

State of North Carolina - Agriculture & Consumer Services' NC Forest Service seeks a Forestry Technician I (S) in Rose Hill, NC. The role supports landowner forestry requests, promotes tree care in communities, and delivers forestry education through schools and partner groups.

Work hours typically 8–5, with after-hours readiness during fire danger and emergencies; occasional overnight travel. Applicants require an Associate's degree in forestry or a related field, or a high school/GED with two