Forest and Conservation Workers
Under supervision, perform manual labor necessary to develop, maintain, or protect areas such as forests, forested areas, woodlands, wetlands, and rangelands through such activities as raising and transporting seedlings; combating insects, pests, and diseases harmful to plant life; and building structures to control water, erosion, and leaching of soil. Includes forester aides, seedling pullers, and tree planters.
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Median Annual Wage: $27,160
Projected Growth: Slower than average (3% to 7%)
Related Job Titles: Crew Leader; Tree Planter; Field Laborer; Forestry Support Specialist; Conservation Officer; Geographic Information Systems Coordinator (GIS Coordinator); Reforestation Worker; Foreman; Forest Resource Specialist; Park Maintainer
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Forest and Conservation Workers.
- Confer with other workers to discuss issues such as safety, cutting heights, or work needs.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Forest and Conservation Workers.
- Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
- Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
- Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Forest and Conservation Workers.
