What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forest Technician (Seasonal) - Moshannon Forest District, Clearfield County position at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
THE POSITION
Do you enjoy working outdoors and prefer a hands-on approach to your job? If so, consider joining the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Moshannon Forest District where you will be instrumental in forest management and pest control. Apply today and experience the satisfaction of public service while enjoying professional career growth and numerous promotional opportunities!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will engage in the marking and counting of timber in compliance with Bureau regulations to facilitate timber sales as directed by a forester. Your responsibilities will include conducting GPS surveys and delineating the boundaries for timber sales, herbicide application areas, planting initiatives, and other regeneration projects as specified by a forester. Additionally, you will employ geographic information systems to create maps for timber sales and regeneration projects to support foresters in the Moshannon State Forest. Moreover, you will aid in gathering stand analysis data to inform the proposal of silvicultural treatments on Moshannon State Forest land under the supervision of a forester.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information :
- Seasonal full-time employment without benefits. The season runs from approximately March 2025 until November 2025 at which time the employee is placed on leave without pay.
- Work hours are 7 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM, Monday - Wednesday, 7 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM, Thursday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- This position may require travel and overtime as needed.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
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The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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