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Forestry Technician 1 - NYS DEC Saratoga Springs

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
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Performing all cultural activities required to produce tree and shrub seedlings including planting, irrigation, fertilization, pesticide application, mulching, and other related tasks.

Equipment operation including trucks, tractors, forklifts, and front-end loaders; supervision of seasonal staff during harvesting and shipping operations; maintenance of seed orchards including mowing, pruning, and seed collection; extraction, cleaning, and testing of tree and shrub seed; and accepting tree orders from public and representing NYS DEC Saratoga Tree Nursery at public/environmental events.

This is an hourly appointment with funding anticipated through 3/31/24, with a possibility of continuing after that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date. Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.

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