Forest and Conservation Workers   45-4011

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Description

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.

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Occupation Details

Location

Oregon

Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Growth Opportunity

16.30% growth rate
80 annual job openings

Wage Range

$19/hour 17.68 19.42 50th percentile 24.55

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

Moderate-term on-the-job training
(1 to 12 months)

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