Forest Technician I — Field Ranger & Wildfire Response

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Forest Service seeks a Forestry Technician I (S) to assist with forestry services and landowner requests across North Carolina. This role supports wildfire planning, forest education, and tree-care programs, contributing to resource protection and public safety.

training requirements include Ranger Training; a state vehicle is provided. Work hours are typically 8–5 M-F with after-hours readiness and possible overnight travel, location at 9007 Newell Baptist Church Road,

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in forest management or environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution.
• High school or General Educational Development (GED) may qualify.
• Knowledge of forest management, wildfire suppression or use of GPS/GIS software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with servicing landowner requests for forestry assistance.
• Promote forestry education through interaction with forestry partners, schools, civic groups, and school organizations.
• Promote the protection of the State's natural resources through development of wildfire suppression planning.
• Respond in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters.

Skills

Forest management

Wildfire suppression

GPS/GIS

Effective communication

Organization & prioritization

Team player

Calm under stress

Education

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

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS

GIS

Job description

The North Carolina Forest Service seeks a Forestry Technician I (S) to assist with forestry services and landowner requests across North Carolina. This role supports wildfire planning, forest education, and tree-care programs, contributing to resource protection and public safety.

training requirements include Ranger Training; a state vehicle is provided. Work hours are typically 8–5 M-F with after-hours readiness and possible overnight travel, location at 9007 Newell Baptist Church Road,