Mobile Forest Technician — Field GIS & Fire Response

Virginia AG

Virginia

Remote

USD 37,000 - 50,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Take-home state vehicle

Laptop provided

Smartphone provided

Mobile printer provided

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) seeks a Forest Technician for the Dan River District, focusing on Mecklenburg County. The role involves outdoor inspection of timber harvests, responding to wildfires, and providing technical forestry assistance to landowners, loggers, and professionals.

Duties include BMP recommendations, wildfire prevention, equipment maintenance, and coordination with local agencies.

Qualifications

Candidates must be able to negotiate different types of forested, rough, and rugged terrain on foot in all types of weather.
Candidates must be able to travel around the state and stay overnight on occasion.
Candidates must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one before starting with the agency.

Responsibilities

Inspecting logging jobs for compliance with Virginia's Silvicultural Water Quality Law.
Assisting loggers, timber buyers, and forestry professionals with pre-harvest planning and providing BMP recommendations.
Preventing and suppressing wildland fires, enforcing Virginia's forest fire laws.
Ensuring wildland firefighting equipment is maintained and ready to respond to wildland fires or other emergencies.
GPS & GIS mapping
Coordinating with local governments and fire departments
Educating the public about the benefits of trees and forests
Special projects including state forest or state lands management.
Maintaining DOF facilities, vehicles, and equipment, including regular equipment exercise.