Conservation Technician Job Description Template

Job title

Conservation Technician

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable conservation technician to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will measure trees and collect forest inventory data, map stands and boundaries with GPS and GIS and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Measure trees and collect forest inventory data
• Map stands and boundaries with GPS and GIS
• Mark timber for harvest or thinning
• Monitor wildlife, water and invasive species
• Maintain trails, roads and recreation sites
• Plant trees and restore habitats
• Assist with prescribed burns and fire suppression
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent training
• Working knowledge of timber cruising and tree identification
• Physical endurance and teamwork
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• NWCG wildland firefighter training
• Chainsaw safety certification
• Wilderness first aid
• Experience with diameter tapes and clinometers

Skills

• GPS and GIS
• Chainsaw operation
• Wildlife and plant surveys
• Prescribed fire basics
• Independence
• Attention to detail

Work environment and schedule

Technicians work outdoors in forests, rangelands and parks in all weather, often hiking off-trail in rough terrain. Some work involves chainsaws and fire. Many jobs are seasonal, with long days in summer. Permanent positions run year-round with some office work in winter.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.