Forestry Worker

Full Time:  Yes

Duties may include: Workers will perform tree planting using hoedads, shovels, dibble bars, &/or work on an auger crew as either: scalper; augerman; or planter. Work includes selecting plantable spot, clearing debris from spot, opening hole for seedling, planting and filling/firming soil around roots, smoothing the ground surface. Work includes helping with the handling of seedlings, bagging up seedlings, dipping seedlings in water, clean-up of job site. Once planting season is over, workers will be involved in hand cutting work for woody fuels reduction, density management, habitat improvement and similar Forestry treatments. Chainsaw and hand tools are used. Some slash piling work may also be performed. & other related Forestry Worker activities as per SOC/OES 45-4011 (onetonline.org). Overtime possible, but not required or guaranteed. At Employer’s sole discretion: possible raises and/or bonuses based on individual factors such as work performance or skill (not guaranteed). Possible weekend/holiday work.