Forestry Technician I - Field Ranger Assistant

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

Job summary

North Carolina Forest Service seeks a Forestry Technician I (S) to assist with landowner forestry services, wildfire planning, and educational outreach across counties. The role supports forest protection, emergency response, and resource management with fieldwork at multiple sites.

Ideal candidates have relevant education or experience, a valid NC driver's license, and the ability to work evenings or weekends during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in forest management or environmental/natural science from an accredited institution, or high school/GED with two years related forestry experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Assist with servicing landowner requests for forestry assistance
• Assist with programs to promote the importance of trees and tree care in the urban setting
• Provide and promote forestry education through interaction with forestry partners, schools, civic groups, and school organizations such as Tree Farm, National Wild Turkey Federation, FFA, and 4-H
• 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 software

Written communication

Verbal communication

Task organization

Team player

Stress management

Education

Associate’s degree in forest management

High school diploma or GED

Job description

North Carolina Forest Service seeks a Forestry Technician I (S) to assist with landowner forestry services, wildfire planning, and educational outreach across counties. The role supports forest protection, emergency response, and resource management with fieldwork at multiple sites.

Ideal candidates have relevant education or experience, a valid NC driver's license, and the ability to work evenings or weekends during emergencies.