Nursery Technician (Forest Technician)
About The Position
The Nursery Technician supports seed testing, nursery production, and seed collection activities that help maintain healthy forests and quality nursery stock across Pennsylvania. The role involves hands-on work with experienced nursery staff and contributes to conservation efforts. This is a seasonal, full-time position without benefits. The season runs approximately from March through November, after which the employee is placed on leave without pay. Work is onsite; telework is not available. The schedule is 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Mandatory and voluntary overtime may be worked during spring lifting season and from late summer through fall seed collection.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in forest technology, or completion of equivalent formal education in forestry. Applicants within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree are considered to have met the educational requirements.
- Possession of a valid Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
- Obtain a Pennsylvania Applicators License within one year of the start date.
- Ability to perform the essential job functions.
Responsibilities
- Conduct seed evaluations and maintain accurate quality and inventory records.
- Prepare beds, sow seed, care for seedlings, and assist with nursery inventories.
- Monitor orchards and seed collection areas, document tree conditions, and identify collection opportunities.
- Gather, clean, label, and store seed, maintaining detailed records of source and quantity.
- Record testing, production, and field information to support evaluations and project work.
- Safely operate tractors, seeders, and other equipment for nursery and field activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
