Forestry Technician I (Summer 2026)

Job Title:

Forestry Technician I - Summer 2026

Seasonal FLSA:

Non-Exempt Salary Grade:

11 (Min $23.07, Mid $27.10, Max $31.14)

Hiring Range:

$23.07-$27.10

Season Dates:

5/4/26 - 10/30/26 •Application deadline is Sunday 5/31/26 at midnight. Applications will begin to be reviewed on Monday 6/1/2026. •Seasonal employee housing is available with this position.

NATURE OF WORK

This is an entry level trainee position and will work with the Forestry Crew Leader and Tech II to plan and execute daily project objectives and ensure that the team's operation is conducted safely and according to project specifications. Under direct supervision, will primarily support the Crew Assistant with the coordination, and implementation of forestry/arboriculture projects and tasks, inspect and maintain equipment daily, participate in daily tailgate safety briefings and applicable trainings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide effective support and assistance to the Forestry Crew Team to safely perform ground operations on challenging sites in rugged, steep terrain to move material and help position and process trees and tree parts. Will assist to complete operational objectives for each working location, and work with team members to complete tasks. Performs required labor involved in tree mitigation. Performs required labor involved with preventing the destructive effects of wildfires and reducing tree risks by implementing fuel treatments and the mitigation of tree hazards. 2. Safety - Recognizes, practices, and enforces safety rules and procedures when performing any and all tasks associated with this position. Reports unsafe actions, conditions, and injuries to Town personnel immediately. Participates in regular safety tailgate trainings. Wears all required safety apparel and personal protective equipment (PPE) including wearing seat belts when operating any town vehicle. Strict commitment to Town, State, and Federal regulations and maintains a safe, productive, and positive work environment for self and others. Responsible for personal, forestry team, and public safety (EPA, OSHA, USFS, and

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safety standards). 3. Special Projects - Additional duties as assigned Develops proficiencies in the operation of light, medium, and heavy machinery. Develop the skills to operate forestry equipment, chainsaws, and hand tools to cut, clear and remove brush, surface fuels, and trees. Develops skills in chainsaw use; connects chokers to logs and brush for winch; collects and drags brush to chipper; operates chipper to process brush and trees. Cleans up site after tree removals and forestry operations. Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment operated such as fueling/cleaning, checking oil/fluid levels, lubrications, inspecting tires, etc. Exercises teamwork as a crew member, watches clearances, assists in securing ropes, pulleys, and chokers to move materials, watches and directs traffic as needed, maintains personal, crew, and public safety. Always performs duties with attention to minimizing impacts to the environment including water conservation, natural products, chemical use, recycling and Zero Waste, energy and fuel conservation. Performs all tasks in a friendly and professional manner at all times, assists and provides information to residents and guests, subcontractors and merchants with utmost attention to quality customer service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma/GED. Experience in previous forestry/arboriculture, wildland/firefighting, summer and winter parks and recreational duties preferred. Previous experience operating four wheelers, hand tools and light and heavy equipment preferred. Licenses/Certification(s): Possession of a valid Colorado State Driver's License is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of forestry and/or arboriculture, recreation maintenance; regulations governing the maintenance of recreation facilities and trails; trail construction and maintenance principles; equipment and tools relative to forestry/arboriculture maintenance and construction.

Skill in:

Ability to speak, read, hear, write and comprehend the English language at a high school graduate level. Ability to read and understand documents, plans, and maps pertaining to Mountain Village facilities and surrounding forests and trails. Effective verbal and written communication skills. With training, employee must develop the proficiency be able to operate hand tools, power tools, and various pieces of equipment, especially chainsaws. With training, employee must develop the proficiency to safely and effectively operate equipment including dump trucks, 4-wheel-drive vehicles, trailers, loaders, skidders, tree chippers, and 4 wheelers.

Environmental Factors:

Work is performed primarily in outdoor environments with exposure to extreme weather conditions, rugged terrain, unstable ice, high winds, falling trees, very steep slopes, and animal feces. The work requires the use of protective devices such as safety glasses, helmets, hearing protection, chainsaw chaps, boots, and gloves. Subject to be on call 24/7 during emergency situations. May be on duty up to 10 hours a day.

Physical Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to operate light to heavy equipment, perform manual labor, stand, walk, and hike for extended periods of time and will be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, fumes, smoke, chemicals, dirt grease, machinery with moving parts, and hot to cold or inclement weather. The employee will be required to walk, climb, and move objects on very steep slopes. The employee must be able to lift or move up to 80pounds. The employee must be willing and able to hike uphill for a minimum distance of two miles over one thousand vertical feet in all summer and winter-like weather conditions.

Expectations of All Employees:

To support consistent high-quality guest service to everyone in our community, including our co-workers, making Mountain Village a great place to live, work and visit.