Forest & Conservation Workers
Also called: Field Laborer, Forest Resource Specialist, Forestry Support Specialist, Tree Planter
What they do:
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, tree planters, and gatherers of nontimber forestry products such as pine straw.
On the job, you would:
- Check equipment to ensure that it is operating properly.
- Confer with other workers to discuss issues, such as safety, cutting heights, or work needs.
- Gather, package, or deliver forest products to buyers.
Math and Science
Arts and Humanities
Safety and Government
Business
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Hand and Finger Use
Endurance
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People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
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