Forest Health Technician

Job Responsibilities

The Responsibilities of the Forest Health Technician:
Facilitates and conducts surveys for hemlock woolly adelgid and applies management where warranted. Records geographic and/or temporal trends of hemlock woolly adelgid.

• Survey for hemlock woolly adelgid and map their occurrence.
• Perform control and/or management of hemlock woolly adelgid.
• Attend events to educate the public on identification and management of hemlock woolly adelgid and other invasive species.

** This is a temporary grant position. Two positions available.**

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and relevant experience (preference for experience with GIS and Excel).
• Criminal background check and alcohol and drug test are required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license (Class D).

Additional Comments

• Must be able to lift, walk, squat, climb, and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in changing environmental conditions.
• Work schedule is Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.
• Employee must have working knowledge of life sciences (biology, et al.).
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• This position requires the employee to be subject to random, post-incident/accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring and drug and alcohol testing consistent with SCFC Drug-Free Workplace policy and procedure. This position is designated as safety sensitive.