Forestry Technician

Copperhead Environmental Consulting Inc.•Paint Lick, KY

23h•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Copperhead Environmental Consulting is seeking a full-time, temporary/seasonal technician to support experienced Foresters on a short-term project lasting 4-8 weeks. All work is directed by licensed Foresters. This is a non-exempt, hourly position based in Paint Lick, Kentucky, reporting to a physical office or project site. Due to the nature of the job, this position is not eligible for insurance benefits.

Requirements

Flexible schedule
Ability to be away from home overnight for extended periods of time.
Ability to work weekends as needed.
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail.
Must be team orientated.
Excellent communication skills.
Physically capable of working in rugged terrain, traversing long distances on foot, carrying gear, and in extreme weather conditions.
Must hold a valid Real ID driver’s license.
Ability to pass a background check.
Clear driving record (MVR).

Nice To Haves

Experience with mechanical and chemical timber stand improvement (TSI)
Experience with herbicide applications
Experience operating forestry equipment including large capacity herbicide sprayers

Responsibilities

Take direction from Foresters on tasks to be completed including appropriate and required processes, applications in order to safely and efficiently support the Forestry team and project.
Mechanical and chemical timber stand improvement (TSI)
Herbicide applications
Operate forestry equipment including large capacity herbicide sprayers safely and effectively.
Clean and maintain field equipment and vehicles.