Forestry Technician

3 months ago


Fredonia, Wisconsin, United States Forest Service Full time
Assists in the development and the accomplishment of the district's OHV program within the framework of existing planning documents.

Patrols OHV use areas to ensure areas are operated, used and maintained in accordance with the appropriate planning documents.

Prepares for review by supervisor, environmental documents for OHV projects and special use events.
Coordinates and develops recreation plans for developed and dispersed recreation sites. Plans are for recreation and wilderness area maintenance, rehabilitation, reconstruction, and construction projects in accordance with program management goals.
Recommends specific requirements for use of OHVs and the proposed recreation facilities.

Implements and manages the unit's year round OHV recreation program (Incudes OHV as well as over the snow vehicle management), including but not limited to, identifying and conducting maintenance and reconstruction of OHV routes.

Works with others in the development of budget data for the new and developed recreation sites, areas and trails for OHVs, including applying for and managing grants.

Monitors, inspects, and reports on contracted operations for compliance with contract provisions.
Jointly prepares, administers and inspects outfitter guide permits and recreation events. Issues notices of field violations when violations of regulations are encountered.
Conducts investigation, collects evidence and prepares case reports on violations. Serves as a Forest Protection Officer (FPO).

Operates and maintains, in safe working order, assigned vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles and ATV and trail maintenance equipment and specialized equipment used.

Enforces Title 36 CFR requirements, or comparable and related regulations.
Provides supervision and training of all personnel in preparation for operation of equipment.

Assists with the enforcement of Off-Road-Vehicle (ORV) restrictions, including maintenance and posting of regulatory signs and enforcement of restrictions.

Monitors, inspects, and reports on contracted operations for compliance with contract provisions.

Assures that recreation fees are collected for all fee areas and that the funds are accounted for and transmitted to the appropriate unit.

Enforces all regulations and rules of law. May appear before third party at hearings.
Provides public information and interpretive services, including detailed information concerning recreational opportunities. Educate OHV users on potential resource damage caused by illegal use.

Serves as liaison with community organizations and interest groups to stimulate interest in and utilization of forest recreation facilities.

Responsible for preparation and administration of recreation event special use permits. Monitors permittee compliance with special use permits. Requests immediate corrective action where public health and safety are involved.
Confers with supervisor before, soliciting volunteers for recreation activities, services, or events.
Provides general information to volunteers prior to their acceptance, during training, and while they perform their duties. Leads employees in the performance of their duties.
Implements and manages recreation operation and maintenance plans for developed and dispersed recreation sites. Responsible for taking action to correct any deficiencies within the approved operating plan.