Forest and Conservation Technicians
SOC Code: 19-4071
Forest and Conservation Technicianss thin and space trees and control weeds and undergrowth, using manual tools and chemicals, or supervise workers performing these tasks. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 80.9/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Active Listening.
AI-Proof Score: 80.9 — Very High
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Median Salary
$54,310
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Job Growth
-3.2%
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Training Time
Medium preparation (1-2 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 3 / 5
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Training Cost
~$15,000
Key Skills
- •Critical Thinking
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Active Listening
- •Monitoring
- •Speaking
- •Judgment and Decision Making
- •Time Management
Common Tasks
- ✓Thin and space trees and control weeds and undergrowth, using manual tools and chemicals, or supervise workers performing these tasks.
- ✓Train and lead forest and conservation workers in seasonal activities, such as planting tree seedlings, putting out forest fires, and maintaining recreational facilities.
- ✓Provide information about, and enforce, regulations, such as those concerning environmental protection, resource utilization, fire safety, and accident prevention.
- ✓Patrol park or forest areas to protect resources and prevent damage.
- ✓Map forest tract data using digital mapping systems.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation