Job Description
Overview
Auburn University is seeking a
Forestry Technician to
support forestry research programs by performing a variety of
technical and operational tasks. This position assists with
activities that contribute to the successful implementation and
support of research efforts within the forestry program.
This is a one-year limited-term position. Continued
employment is contingent upon the availability of
funding.
Responsibilities
- Collects, records, summarizes, and/or reports data on new and
existing laboratory and/or field research projects.
Plants, waters, fertilizes, and harvests trees and/or other
plants for research and reforestation.
May assist with the production of presentation and publication
materials associated with collected data.
May repair and maintain Dixon Center buildings and
property.
May operate and maintain heavy equipment such as tractors,
bulldozers, and road graders.
May assist with prescribed burning.
May plant food plots for wildlife.
May obtain tree and plot measurements for inventory and sale of
forest products.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Driver's License
SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the
required education, but lacks the required experience, they may
normally apply additional appropriate education toward the
experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant
education per year of required experience.
Contract Type
Limited Term
Why Work at Auburn?
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through
research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our
students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging
our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top
employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits,
educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life
balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers
southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and
easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico
beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering
an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed,
valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education?
Apply today! War Eagle!
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education
opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color,
national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected
veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification
protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal
Opportunity Compliance's
website to learn
more.
Posted Date
8/31/2026
