Part-time Summer Field Technologist – Pa Forest Regeneration

Penn State Golf Courses

Pennsylvania, US
Hybrid
Gps navigation for plot location
Dbh tape measurement skills
Off-trail hiking up to two miles
The position involves collecting data on Continuous Forest Inventory plots funded by NASA and the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Job Summary

  • The position involves collecting data on Continuous Forest Inventory plots funded by NASA and the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
  • Technologists are responsible for locating plots using GPS, measuring tree size with DBH tapes, and recording seed counts using binoculars.
  • This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in conducting forest inventory and quantifying regeneration potential.

Matching Summary

The position involves collecting data on Continuous Forest Inventory plots funded by NASA and the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • GPS navigation for plot location
  • DBH tape measurement skills
  • Off-trail hiking up to two miles
  • Tree species identification ability
  • Binocular usage for crop counting

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with plant identification
  • Ability to work independently
  • Resilience in challenging field conditions

Key Requirements

  • At least two years toward an undergraduate degree in forestry or related field
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Successful completion of motor vehicle records check
  • Successful completion of background checks

Work Rights

Not specified

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