Job Function
Education
Description
External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule InformationM-F
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 01/09/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 02/02/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information
Classification Title Forestry Technician I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
Assist with the daily land management and operations of properties owned and/or managed by the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
- Ability to prune trees and shrubs.
- Ability to operate tractors and potentially bulldozers.
- Ability to assist with prescribed burning and other land management activities.
Physical Demands
- Prune trees and shrubs.
- Operate tractors and potentially bulldozers.
- Assist with prescribed burning and other land management activities.
- Driving as needed to perform job duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Assist with various land management activities on Warnell lands (i.e. prescribed burning, road maintenance, etc.)
Percentage of time 35 Duties/Responsibilities
Assist with various maintenance activities on Warnell lands and facilities (i.e. Grounds mowing and pruning, pressure washing facilities, etc.)
Percentage of time 35 Duties/Responsibilities
Assist with building maintenance and construction projects on Warnell lands.
Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Assist with maintenance and operation of the Warnell vehicle fleet.
Percentage of time 15
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Michael Hunter Recruitment Contact Email mshunter@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- List of References with Contact Information
Job ID: 81988298