Forest Technician

JOB Are you someone who is deeply passionate about our local forests and finds enjoyment in working in the great outdoors? If so, the Department of Agriculture is excited to welcome a committed Forest Technician to play a key role in helping to protect Pennsylvania's invaluable forests and agriculture. You will take part in essential fieldwork that supports the control of invasive pests like the Spotted Lanternfly. Here, you will have the exciting opportunity to work outdoors, collect valuable data, and support various research projects. Apply today to join a team that works hard to protect natural resources across the Commonwealth!

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

This fulfilling position supports efforts to detect and manage the Spotted Lanternfly by completing surveys, site assessments, and field monitoring activities. You will gather data, communicate with property owners, and assist with a wide-range of pest control measures. As a Forest Technician, you will perform the following duties:

Property Contact:

Reach out to property owners to explain survey needs before placing traps or conducting inspections

Trap Management:

Follow survey procedures to place, maintain, and remove traps and submit collected specimens

Site Assessment:

Perform assessments to locate properties suitable for survey or pest treatment activities

Field Monitoring:

Conduct visual checks of host plants, collect data with electronic tools, and maintain activity logs

Pest Control:

Apply pesticides as assigned to help reduce Spotted Lanternfly populationsInterested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Limited-term, full-time employmentThis position is expected to remain active through Fall 2026.Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

This position is home headquartered in Westmoreland County. You will be expected to travel in the field for this position.

This position is home headquartered. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/test once for this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.