Forestry Field Technician - Fieldwork & Grants Support

Council of Western State Foresters; Edgewater (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking an entry-level Forestry Technician to support CSFS programs and operations under supervision. The role blends field work—inventory, layout, marking, and monitoring—with office tasks and customer service for landowners, communities, and partners.

Travel and occasional irregular hours occur during peak seasons. The position may be full-time or part-time and requires readiness to work in rural and elevated environments, follow safety policies, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource Management or an Associate’s Degree or Some College/Tech training (forestry SAF program preferred).
• Valid driver’s license (Colorado or ability to obtain) and willingness to travel; irregular hours may be required.
• Ability to hike long distances at high elevations (up to ~12,000 ft) carrying 35+ lbs in varied weather; adherence to safety and quality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GIS/GPS tools; strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field forestry tasks including inventories, boundary identification, cruising/marking, treatment layout, and monitoring to support forest management and related projects.
• Assist with grant and cost-share program delivery by preparing scopes/estimates, collecting documentation, and tracking progress.
• Support timber sale preparation and administration by assembling maps, assisting with prescriptions, preparing field notes, and coordinating with contractors.
• Provide customer service to landowners and community partners; participate in outreach events and educational activities; maintain project records and reports.

Skills

Microsoft Office

GIS/GPS tools

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resource Management

Associate’s Degree in Forestry / Some College

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Mobile data collection

Job description

Colorado State University is seeking an entry-level Forestry Technician to support CSFS programs and operations under supervision. The role blends field work—inventory, layout, marking, and monitoring—with office tasks and customer service for landowners, communities, and partners.

Travel and occasional irregular hours occur during peak seasons. The position may be full-time or part-time and requires readiness to work in rural and elevated environments, follow safety policies, and contribute to