A Forest or Conservation Technician works with foresters and conservation scientists to help maintain forests and natural areas. Tracks data on water, soil, disease and insect damage in forest areas; tracks wildlife and maintain trails or campsites; monitors timber and logging activity; patrols and assists with forest fire prevention measures; provides information to the public on forest or natural areas conservation .
We are currently accepting applications for the Forestry Technician 4 position. Applications are due September 30, 2026 by 5 p.m. PST.
Position Description:
The Forestry Technician 4 (FT4) position is a full-time position with the Northern Sonoma County Fire Fuels Crew.
Duties include:
Provide field supervision to crew members Serve as project manager Responsible for the coordination and implementation of vegetation management projects Deliver training as needed Coordinate the safe work environment of crew members Assign daily duties and monitor the progress of crew members Maintain inventory and perform maintenance and repair of all equipment and tools Act as point of contact between crew members and the Forestry Technician 5
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years old Vlid driver's license High school diploma or equivalent At least 6 months of experience as a fuels crew member or similar position Ability to pass Work Capacity Test at the Arduous Level within 3 months of hire
Highly Desirable Qualifications:
Forestry or natural resources education and/or related experience. Experience acting in a supervisory role. Wildland fire ecology, use, and management experience and education, including understanding wildland fuel loading, wildland fire effects, and wildland fire monitoring. Other desirable qualifications include wildland firefighting experience, EMT, S-130, S-131, S-190, L-180, S-211, S-212, S-215, S-230, S-219, and S-290.
Physical Requirements:
This position requires frequent lifting and/or moving of heavy objects. Strength, stamina, and agility are necessary to hike steep, uneven terrain while carrying equipment. Work is performed primarily in wildland settings in all weather conditions.
Selection Process:
The selection process will include one or more of the following components: application review, oral interview, physical exam, and background check.
Application Process:
Applications are available on the Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District website.
ONLY NORTHERN SONOMA COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Resumes and/or Indeed applications will be dismissed. Send completed application using one of the following methods:
Email:
aturbeville@nosocofire.com
Mail/Hand Deliver:
20975 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville, CA 95441
Website Disclaimers:
The Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District provides equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability or medical condition as defined in state and federal laws. This policy covers all facets of employment including, but not limited to, recruitment, training, promotion, compensation, discipline and termination. The District makes reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, considering each situation on an individual basis. Please make all direct requests for accommodation to Anneke Turbeville. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $80,017.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
