Forest and Conservation Technicians
SOC Code: 19-4071 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Forest and Conservation Technicians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $41,538 | $56,056 | $70,574 | $85,093 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $36,421 | $51,459 | $66,477 | $81,515 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $50,045 | $59,946 | $69,867 | $79,768 |
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $48,277 | $58,406 | $68,515 | $78,645 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $50,669 | $59,862 | $69,077 | $78,270 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $47,757 | $57,866 | $67,974 | $78,083 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA | $51,147 | $59,946 | $68,744 | $77,542 |
| El Centro, CA | $49,650 | $58,947 | $68,224 | $77,522 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $50,877 | $59,696 | $68,515 | $77,334 |
| Hammond, LA | $48,547 | $57,907 | $67,267 | $76,627 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 3.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.4 | |
| Speaking | 3.2 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.2 | |
| Time Management | 3.2 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Instructing | 3.1 | |
| Coordination | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Public Safety and Security | 3.8 |
| English Language | 3.7 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.5 |
| Law and Government | 3.4 |
| Geography | 3.4 |
| Administration and Management | 3.4 |
| Mathematics | 3.3 |
| Education and Training | 3.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 35.3% |
| Associate's degree | 34.9% |
| Bachelor's degree | 14.0% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 10.4% |
| Some college | 4.6% |
Typical Tasks
- Train and lead forest and conservation workers in seasonal activities, such as planting tree seedlings, putting out forest fires, and maintaining recreational facilities.
- Thin and space trees and control weeds and undergrowth, using manual tools and chemicals, or supervise workers performing these tasks.
- Patrol park or forest areas to protect resources and prevent damage.
- Provide information about, and enforce, regulations, such as those concerning environmental protection, resource utilization, fire safety, and accident prevention.
- Map forest tract data using digital mapping systems.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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