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N.C. Department of Information Technology · 1 week ago

Orchard Manager-Forestry Tech I

Avery County, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$36K/yr - $63K/yr

2+ years exp

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is dedicated to promoting and improving agriculture and natural resources in North Carolina. The Forestry Technician I position involves managing seed orchards and performing various agricultural tasks to support the North Carolina Forest Service.

Information Technology & Services

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Management of seed collection areas

Clonally replicated seed orchards and progeny testing throughout Western North Carolina

Pesticide application

Thinning

Pruning

Grafting

Weed control

Pollen collection

Fertilization of flowers

Integrated pest management

Assist Linville River Nursery during mission critical duties that may include sowing

Thinning

Lifting

Packing

Distributing seedlings

Qualification

Plant propagationAgricultural equipment operationPesticide applicationBasic computer skillsCalibration of agricultural machinesEffective communication

Required

A valid NC Class A CDL is required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire

Must obtain Forestry Pesticide operator's license within 90 days of hire

Associate's degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related experience in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license required within 90 days of hire

Knowledge of plant propagation

Ability to calibrate agricultural machines or equipment

Ability to operate agricultural equipment

Ability to communicate effectively

Possess basic computer skills