Overview
Forestry Technician Jobs in Steamboat Springs, USA at City of Steamboat
The Seasonal Forestry Technician supports the City of Steamboat Springs through a collaborative partnership between
** Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue (SSFR)
** and the
** Parks & Recreation Department**. This seasonal role assists with forest health management, wildfire mitigation, and stewardship of city-owned parks, open space, and urban trees.
* Assists with wildfire mitigation and hazardous fuels reduction projects on City-owned open space and park lands.
* Supports vegetation management and forest health improvement efforts including thinning, brush removal, and general fuels mitigation activities.
* May assist with preparation and support of prescribed pile burning operations under the direction of qualified fire personnel when conditions and operational needs allow.
* Assists Parks & Recreation staff with management and monitoring of the City’s urban tree inventory.
* Supports urban forestry programs and initiatives including activities associated with Tree City USA recognition.
* Assists with maintenance and stewardship of City trails, parks, and open space areas.
* Collects field data and assists with documentation related to forestry, fuels mitigation, and land management projects.
* Assists with mapping, inventory, and project tracking efforts as needed.
* Operates or assists with use of forestry and land stewardship tools and equipment.
* Supports community outreach or volunteer stewardship activities when appropriate.
* Maintains safe work practices while performing field duties.
* Communicates with City staff, partner agencies, and the public in a professional manner.
* Attends meetings, training sessions, and briefings related to forestry, wildfire mitigation, and land stewardship activities.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
* High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
* Coursework or educational background in forestry, natural resource management, wildland fire, arboriculture, environmental science, or related field is desirable.
* Experience with forestry work, vegetation management, trail maintenance, wildland fire mitigation, or natural resource stewardship is preferred but not required.
* Knowledge or interest in forestry, natural resource management, and land stewardship practices.
* Knowledge or interest in wildfire mitigation and fuels reduction strategies.
* Basic understanding of tree health and urban forestry principles is desirable.
* Ability to work safely in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
* Ability to hike and work on uneven terrain.
* Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
* Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
* Ability to establish effective working relationships with multiple City departments.
* Ability to assist with documentation, data collection, and reporting.
* Basic familiarity with computers and common office software.
* Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment.
* Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license.
* Must be able to perform physically demanding outdoor work.
* Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
* Occasional extended hours may be required depending on operational needs and weather conditions.
* The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently stands, walks, hikes, bends, lifts, and performs physical labor in outdoor environments. Work may include hiking over uneven terrain, carrying tools and equipment, and working in forested or natural areas.
* Employees may be required to lift or move materials and equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.
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Title: Forestry Technician
Company: City of Steamboat
Location: Steamboat Springs, USA
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