Forestry Technician

3 months ago


Prescott, United States Forest Service Full time

Participates in the preparation and execution of trails management plans based on approved direction in land management plans.
Prepares annual trail operating plans. Implements trail, and/or wilderness bridge construction and reconstruction projects.
Implements trail/wilderness bridge construction and reconstruction projects. Develops and monitors the logistics required for completion of wilderness/non-wilderness projects associated with trail maintenance and reconstruction.
Monitors and inspects contracted work to assure it meets the provisions of the contract. Participates in performing final inspection and developing the final inspection reports.
Keeps records of visitor use levels, types, and patterns. Makes sure that portals are properly signed, and bulletin boards are maintained. Maintains records of visitor use levels, and types and patterns of use.
Provides technical assistance in sampling and inventories designed to measure visitor use and impacts, and insures accurate statistics for reporting visitor use information. Updates database by collecting and entering data.
Provides input to the budget planning by assisting with the overall estimation of materials, personnel, and supplies needed for work accomplishment for enveloped and dispersed recreation sites.
Prepares budget requests and adjusts program priorities to reflect the actual funding levels appropriated.
Participates in the administration and implementation of recreation area with responsibility for carrying out operations plans for the use, improvement, and maintenance for developed and dispersed recreation sites.
Manages part of the warehouse and storage space allocated to the unit. Requisitions, receives, marks, and stores supplies/equipment.
Responsible for the care, operation, and maintenance of power boats, vehicles, power and hand tools, shop equipment, and supplies.
Supports and develops volunteer and other human resource programs. Solicits interviews, selects, trains, motivates and supervises volunteers. Prepares volunteer agreements, travel requests, and other necessary documentation.
Instructs chainsaw course for unit employees. Teaches and evaluates falling and bucking techniques, chainsaw safety, saw maintenance, and mechanics. Instructor teaches both classroom and field session showing proper techniques for chainsaw use.
Rates students for ability, keeps records of trainees, and advises their supervisors on abilities. Responsible for re-certifying students every three years.
Promotes District/Forest Safety Programs. Conduct safety training/tailgate sessions. Analyze hazard potential of projects/complete safety reports. Writes safety/health hazard analyses reports. Recommends action that can strengthen the safety program.
Provides public information and interpretive services. Provides liaison with community organizations and interest groups to stimulate interest in and utilization of forest recreation facilities.
Determines and recommends opportunities for community members to participate in programs and activities. Coordinates group visits with operational personnel and communicates schedules and requirements for logistical support.
Acts as liaison with community organizations and interest groups in order to stimulate interest and utilization of recreation facilities.
Participates in the administration and implementation of recreation area with responsibility for carrying out operations plans for the use, improvement, and maintenance for developed and dispersed recreation sites.
Approves recreation area and special-use applications and permits. Assists with performing compliance checks and inspections on existing permits under Special-Use authorization.