"Forestry Technician IV"

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4890P

Home Org Name
Forestry Wildlife and Environment

Division Name
College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment

Position Title
Forestry Technician IV

Job Class Code
GB03D

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

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

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.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

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

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$35,610 - $49,850

Job Category
Administrative

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Andalusia

State position is located:
Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
11/10/2025

Closing Date

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 their website to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56823

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please describe your related experience in detail and provide the job titles of the positions in which you obtained it. If you do not have related experience, please enter 'N/A'
   (Open Ended Question)
2. * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
   * Yes
   * No
3. * Do you have 6 years of experience in forestry practices?
   * Yes
   * No