Summer Forestry Technician (Seasonal)

Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workers Compensation Insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

An environmental conservation organization in New Hampshire seeks summer forestry technicians for a temporary 12-week position. Responsibilities include locating and painting boundary lines, conducting post-harvest surveys, and engaging in stewardship activities. Applicants should have a valid driver's license, be physically fit, and navigate rough terrain. Hourly wages range from $19 to $20 based on experience. The ideal candidate will use forestry tools and be familiar with forestry practices. Housing is not provided.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to work alone and navigate to remote locations.
• Outdoor skills and ability to work in rugged terrain.

Responsibilities

• Locate, blaze and paint boundary lines.
• Perform post‑harvest surveys to record regeneration.
• Engage in everyday stewardship activities and management.

Skills

Ability to work long hours in rough conditions

Proficiency with hand tools

Ability to navigate remote locations

Experience in natural resources field data collection

Ability to identify common NH tree species

Ability to use chainsaw and other power tools

Familiarity with ESRI ArcGIS Pro software

Tools

Chainsaw

ESRI ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Founded in 1901, the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests (The Forest Society) is one of the nation’s oldest, largest, and most successful state-based land conservation and forestry organizations. A full‑time staff of 45 administers programs in land protection, conservation education, environmental advocacy, and sustainable forest resource management. Recreation Stewardship and Forestry staff currently oversee the management of 200 properties totaling nearly 70,000 acres, located in 108 NH communities.

The Forest Society is currently seeking two full‑time, temporary, 12‑week summer forestry technicians to perform the following tasks: (for more information about the Forest Society visit www.forestsociety.org ).

Job Responsibilities (may include some to all of the following):

• Locate, blaze and paint boundary lines (Approximately 60% of the summer is devoted to this)
• Perform post‑harvest surveys to record regeneration, snags, downed woody debris, and invasive spp.
• Engage in everyday stewardship activities, which could include: trail work, recreation management, property maintenance, rare plant restoration, or other needs identified by Land Management staff
• Assist staff and volunteers with running workdays and trainings
• Monitor properties as part of our Land Trust Alliance annual monitoring responsibilities

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Ability to work long hours in rough conditions including heat, rain, bugs and rugged terrain
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and be proficient with hand tools (axe experience a plus)
• Ability to work alone and navigate to remote locations throughout NH with maps, compass and GPS
• Experience in natural resources field data collection and familiarity with forestry field tools (clinometer, Biltmore stick, d‑tape, data collectors)
• Ability to identify common NH tree species and non‑native invasive plants
• Ability to use a chainsaw & other power tools/equipment (brush saw, cordless drill) is helpful but not required
• Ability to use ESRI ArcGIS Pro software (helpful) and phone applications such as Avenza and Gaia
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, vehicle insurance, a cell phone and ability to travel throughout New Hampshire. Housing is not provided.
• Outdoor skills and savvy
• Ability to do an occasional overnight or weekend
• Hourly Wages ($19 to $20 per hour, based on experience)
• Workers Compensation Insurance
• Mileage reimbursement at the current federal mileage rate for use of a personal vehicle

Application process:

Please email a cover letter and resume including the names and contact information of two references no later than Friday, March 6th to:

Sarah AlSamaraee, Forestry and Stewardship Administrative Coordinator

Society for the Protection of NH Forests

The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or physical or mental disabilities.