"Forestry Technician IV"

Forestry Technician IV

Company:
Auburn University

Job Location:
Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category:
Sustainability

Type:
Full-Time

Requisition Number: S4890P

Home Org Name: Forestry Wildlife and Environment

Division Name: College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment

Job Class Code: GB03D

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

In this role with Auburn University's College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment, you will perform duties related to forest and facilities management, agriculture and facilities management at the Solon Dixon Center.

Essential Functions

• Performs duties related to forest management (i.e. inventory cruising, marking timber, prescribed fire and other related activities.
• Performs facilities maintenance (i.e. painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc).
• May operate and maintain heavy equipment such as tractors, bulldozers, skid steers, etc.
• May supervise contractors.
• May plant wildlife openings.
• May maintain yards.
• May spray herbicides.
• May interact with user groups leading tours and/or informative talks.

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!

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 6 years of experience in forestry, agriculture or maintenance related practices.

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of forestry, agriculture, facilities/equipment maintenance or the ability to learn the previous as needed. Ability to perform said duties in extreme and/or stressful environments.

In addition, the candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time of employment and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.

Desired Qualifications

• Have a love for and desire to work in the outdoors.

Salary Range: $35,610 - $49,850

Job Category: Administrative

City position is located in
Andalusia

State position is located
Alabama

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