Forestry Technician IV - Field Lead & Project Supervisor

Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District; Geyserville (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District seeks a Forestry Technician 4 to lead the fuels crew on field projects within the district. This full-time role provides supervision, coordinates vegetation management projects, and ensures the crew operates safely and efficiently.

The FT4 will deliver training, assign daily duties, monitor progress, and maintain equipment while liaising between crew and Forestry Technician 5.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of fuels crew experience.
• Ability to pass Work Capacity Test at the Arduous Level within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide field supervision to crew members.
• Serve as project manager.
• Coordinate vegetation management projects.
• Deliver training as needed.
• Coordinate safe work environment for crew members.
• Assign daily duties and monitor progress.
• Maintain inventory and perform maintenance and repair of all equipment and tools.
• Act as point of contact between crew members and Forestry Technician 5.

Skills

Field supervision

Project management

Team leadership

Training delivery

Equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District seeks a Forestry Technician 4 to lead the fuels crew on field projects within the district. This full-time role provides supervision, coordinates vegetation management projects, and ensures the crew operates safely and efficiently.

The FT4 will deliver training, assign daily duties, monitor progress, and maintain equipment while liaising between crew and Forestry Technician 5.