How much does a Forestry Technician make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Forestry Technician in the United States is $18 as of February 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $16 and $22. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Forestry Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forestry Technician Salary $13 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Forestry Technician Salary $16 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Forestry Technician Salary $18 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Forestry Technician Salary $22 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Forestry Technician Salary $25 US February 26, 2024
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TV SD America - Grass Valley , CA
Tasks The Seasonal Forestry Technician will work in a crew setting under the supervision of staff foresters and RPFs to complete timber sale and fuels reduction project preparation, forest inventories, and other aspects of forest management and planning. The position will be based in Grass Valley, CA, however extended travel, including camping, may be required. Qualification Timber sale and fuels reduction project layout including timber marking and flagging operational boundaries, Watercourse and Lake Protection Zones, and other protection/retention zones Forest inventory and cruising, possibly including forest carbon inventories Uses a smart phone or tablet to record inventory and spatial data in ESRI Collector and other applications Assists staff RPFs and other professionals with other project work as needed Performs all tasks in accordance with company safety policies. Uses company equipment safely and respectfully Applies self-motivation, initiative, excellent organizational skill
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Prescribed Fire & Fuels Specialist (Forester) Tribal Forestry - Division of Fire The qualified applicant must possess a Bachelor’s degree with major study in forestry, range management, agriculture, or a natural resources subject-matter field directly related to the position. Two (2) years of specialized experience as a Prescribed Fire and Fuels Technician, and/or Forestry Technician, and/or Forestry Technician (Fire/Fuels), or higher graded position that provides the incumbent with knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform duties of the position. Red card qualifications as a Firing Boss (FIRB) trainee. Must meet FIRB full qualifications within two (2) years of hire. Red card qualifications as a Single Resource Boss (CRWB, ENGB, HEQB, FELB) and an Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5). Possession of a valid State of Montana Driver’s License is required for vehicle operation. Driving duties conducted with a valid State of Montana driver’s license require BIA/Northwest Regional
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City of Aspen - Aspen , CO
Added to system: 2/21/24 11:00 AM Region: Colorado Location: Aspen Parks Summer Positions The City of Aspen is hiring for seasonal parks positions in the following areas: Job Title: Forestry Technician Department: Parks Classification: Non- Exempt Hiring Range (hourly): $22.39/min - $24.63/mid - $26.86/max Position Summary: The Forestry Technician position is an opportunity to join a world-class team dedicated to the stewardship of Colorado's premier high-altitude community forest. Forestry Technician is a crucial member of the Forestry team and gains diverse experience in the fields of urban forestry, arboriculture, and natural resource management. While tree care is the primary focus, the forestry team performs a variety of tasks including tree pruning, cutting, chipping, and planting. Additionally, the team also improves health of our open spaces and natural forests through projects and tasks such as felling, thinning, noxious vegetation control, and revegetation. The successful app
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University of Georgia - Athens , GA
Posting Details Position Details Posting Number G/R23413P Working Title PMRC Forestry Technician II Department Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools
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CSKT TRIBAL FORESTRY DEPARTMENT - Division of Fire - Pablo , MT
Prescribed Fire and Fuels Specialist (Forester) Tribal Forestry – Division Of Fire The qualified applicant must possess a Bachelor’s degree with major study in forestry, range management, agriculture, or a natural resources subject-matter field directly related to the position. Two (2) years of specialized experience as a Prescribed Fire and Fuels Technician, and/or Forestry Technician, and/or Forestry Technician (Fire/Fuels), or higher graded position that provides the incumbent with knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform duties of the position. Red card qualifications as a Firing Boss (FIRB) trainee. Must meet FIRB full qualifications within two (2) years of hire. Red card qualifications as a Single Resource Boss (CRWB, ENGB, HEQB, FELB) and an Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5). Possession of a valid State of Montana Driver’s License is required for vehicle operation. Driving duties conducted with a valid State of Montana driver’s license require BIA/Northwest Regiona
- 1 day ago
CSKT Division of Fire - Pablo , MT
Prescribed Fire & Fuels Monitoring Specialist 1 Division of Fire The successful applicant must have completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s of higher degree that included a major field of study in, natural resource management, or related discipline appropriate to the position OR Successful completion of a full 4-year course in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s of higher degree in a major field of study that included 24 semester hours in course work in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. Related course work generally refers to courses that may be accepted as part of the program major. GS-9 Required Qualifications: Red card qualified as Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) Red card TRAINEE as Single Resource Boss in any of the following – Crew Boss (CRWB), Engine Boss (ENGB), or Heavy Equipment Boss (HEQB) Red card TRA
- 2 days ago

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