How do they match: Forest and Conservation Technicians

  • Forest and Conservation Technicians

  • Management Officer
  • Control Manager
  • Fire Management Officer
  • Growth Marketing Manager
  • Resource Management Officer
  • Resource Manager
  • Timber Management Technician

  • Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.

  • Plan and supervise construction of access routes and forest roads.
  • Manage forest protection activities, including fire control, fire crew training, and coordination of fire detection and public education programs.
  • Map forest tract data using digital mapping systems.
  • Provide information about, and enforce, regulations, such as those concerning environmental protection, resource utilization, fire safety, and accident prevention.
  • Select and mark trees for thinning or logging, drawing detailed plans that include access roads.
  • Thin and space trees and control weeds and undergrowth, using manual tools and chemicals, or supervise workers performing these tasks.

  • Manage agricultural or forestry operations.
  • Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
  • Advise others on management of emergencies or hazardous situations or materials.