Wildlife & Forestry Field Technician — Training Included

Green Diamond; California; On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Annual bonus

Job summary

Green Diamond in California is seeking a full-time wildlife/forestry technician to gain practical field experience. From February to June, you will survey for raptors and assist with FHCP studies, then transition to forestry work including timber harvest planning and reforestation through January.

You will collect and manage data across two disciplines and travel to field sites as needed. The role requires a bachelor’s degree or related experience, is field-based with training provided, and

Qualifications

• You have a bachelor’s degree in wildlife, forest management, natural resources, or related field or relevant work experience.
• You should be prepared to travel by 4x4/ATV and hike in challenging terrain and weather.
• Valid driver’s license and safety-focused field practices are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys for raptors (osprey, peregrine, Northern Spotted Owl).
• Assist with demographic studies for FHCP and nighttime owl surveys.
• Support field layout for Timber Harvest Plans and reforestation activities.
• Collect, enter, prepare, and maintain project data across disciplines.

Skills

Teamwork

GPS navigation

Field safety

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, forest management, natural resources, or related field

Tools

GPS devices

Maps

Job description

Green Diamond in California is seeking a full-time wildlife/forestry technician to gain practical field experience. From February to June, you will survey for raptors and assist with FHCP studies, then transition to forestry work including timber harvest planning and reforestation through January.

You will collect and manage data across two disciplines and travel to field sites as needed. The role requires a bachelor’s degree or related experience, is field-based with training provided, and