Forestry Technician
Quick answer
Shultz Forest Management and Consulting LLC is hiring a full-time, in-office Forestry Technician in Bethel, PA, paying $20-$28 per hour to conduct forest management, restoration, and timber inventory.
- Role
- Forestry Technician
- Organization
- Shultz Forest Management and Consulting LLC
- Location
- Bethel, PA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $20 - $28 per hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Shultz Forest Management and Consulting LLC is seeking a Forestry Technician to manage private and public forest lands in Southeastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The role focuses on implementing forest management plans, timber marking, restoration, tree planting, and invasive species control. This is a physically demanding, field-based position requiring regular outdoor work in diverse conditions. The role involves utilizing technical skills such as GPS mapping, GIS, and equipment operation to support sustainable resource management.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement forest management plans
- Conduct timber inventories and mark timber for sale
- Perform forest restoration through timber stand improvement
- Execute invasive plant control and tree planting
- Use GPS and GIS for mapping and site surveys
What it takes
- Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in a Forestry-accredited program
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Capacity to carry a 30-pound pack over various terrain
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Ability to identify eastern U.S. tree and invasive plant species
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Vacation/sick leave, paid holidays, work clothing and footwear allowance, health, vision, and dental insurance
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is a field-based, in-office position located in Bethel, PA, requiring employees to work outdoors over 90% of the time.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary for this Forestry Technician position is between $20 and $28 per hour, depending on your education and experience.
What are the physical requirements for the job?
You must be capable of working in all weather conditions and able to carry a 30-pound pack across varied terrain while navigating natural forest hazards.
How do I apply for this position?
Please send your résumé, cover letter, and three references to Jacob Shultz at [email protected].
How to apply
Apply directly on Shultz Forest Management and Consulting LLC's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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