Forestry Technician I: Land & Forest Management

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia located in the Athens area is seeking a Forestry Tech II to assist daily land management and operations on Warnell lands. The role involves field work, equipment operation, and collaboration with the team to maintain properties owned or managed by the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to operate tractors with potential bulldozer experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Able to prune trees and shrubs.
• Experience operating tractors and possibly bulldozers.

Responsibilities

• Assist with land management activities including prescribed burning and road maintenance.
• Assist with grounds maintenance and facility upkeep including mowing and pruning.
• Support building maintenance and construction projects on Warnell lands.
• Assist in operating and maintaining the Warnell vehicle fleet.

Skills

Tree pruning

Heavy equipment operation

Land management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractor operation

Bulldozer operation

Job description

The University of Georgia located in the Athens area is seeking a Forestry Tech II to assist daily land management and operations on Warnell lands. The role involves field work, equipment operation, and collaboration with the team to maintain properties owned or managed by the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to operate tractors with potential bulldozer experience.