Forest Health/Silviculture Technician
Job Details
Posting Number: S06083P
Working Title: Forest Health/Silviculture Technician
Department: Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: M-F 8-5
Advertised Salary: $31,892.00
Posting Date: 05/11/2021
Open until filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 05/24/2021
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
Classification Title: Research Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.0
Minimum Qualifications: Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Position Summary: This position is for 14 months and may be renewed for a longer period of time based on funding. This individual will serve as the research technician for forest health, silviculture, and forest productivity work. The position provides support, both fieldwork and lab work, to the two Assistant Professors and one Professor. The successful candidate will be housed in Tifton at the UGA Research Center.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Knowledge and basic understanding of biological systems. A meticulous attention to detail is needed when handling research materials and routine/recurring techniques. Able to work independently, use good judgment, and trouble-shoot technical activities. Computer skills for data organization and report preparation are also necessary. Ability to work well in a team and liaison among various project personnel.
Physical Demands: Stand for long periods of time, to withstand hot and humid summer field conditions. Lift 50 pounds over one’s head. This position may work with hazardous chemicals. Driving.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes
Duties/Responsibilities
- Fieldwork – set up research plots (20%)
- Field work – collect tree and insect data at research plots (20%)
- Laboratory work – sort insect samples, identify insect specimens, catalog specimens (20%)
- Laboratory work – various routine laboratory organizing and project preparation work (10%)
- Data entry – accurately record and store data (30%)
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