Forestry Technician I - B.r.i.d.g.e. Program

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Morganton, NC, US
Recruitment range: $37,377 - $65,408; trainee sala...
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Fire control and firefighting techniques knowledge
Vocational skills in carpentry or masonry
Ability to train and instruct youth
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture seeks a Forestry Technician I for the B.R.I.D.G.E. Program in Morganton, NC, focusing on training young offenders in forestry and firefighting. Candidates must have relevant educational qualifications or experience, with an emphasis on safety and effective communication

Job Summary

  • The B.R.I.D.G.E. Program is a cooperative effort between the NC Forest Service and NC Department of Public Safety to provide well-trained forest firefighting crews.
  • The employee will provide training in forestry projects such as fire control, forest management, trail construction, and nursery work to young offenders aged 18-36.
  • Official NCFS uniforms and vehicles are provided for official work use, though evening, holiday, and weekend work may be required during wildland fire responses.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture seeks a Forestry Technician I for the B.R.I.D.G.E. Program in Morganton, NC, focusing on training young offenders in forestry and firefighting. Candidates must have relevant educational qualifications or experience, with an emphasis on safety and effective communication.

Salary

Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $65,408; Trainee salary may be set lower than range; Adjusted as qualifications are met

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Fire control and firefighting techniques knowledge
  • Vocational skills in carpentry or masonry
  • Ability to train and instruct youth
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • Management and leadership skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with prescribed burning
  • Mechanical systems knowledge
  • Emergency response experience
  • Community-based work project background

Key Requirements

  • Valid North Carolina driver's license within 90 days
  • Custodial Agent certification within 90 days
  • NCIC clearance required
  • Associate's degree or High school diploma with 2 years experience
  • Must reapply if previously applied to this readvertisement

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