Job Description
Seeking Forestry Field Technicians – Mastication
Pay: $25–$40/hr + Lodging & Per Diem
Schedule: Full-Time, Year-Round
Travel Required: Assignments across NM & CA
Are you ready to take your career into the wild? Express Employment Professionals is now hiring Forestry Field Technicians with mastication and heavy equipment experience for wildfire mitigation and forest restoration work.
What We Look for in a Forestry Field Technician:Skilled in mastication, fuels reduction, and vegetation clearing
Operation of heavy forestry equipment (masticators, skid steers, mulchers, etc.)
Able to work in rugged, remote terrain under variable weather conditions
Daily field maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting on equipment
Ability to interpret project specs and follow safety protocols
Coordination with crew leads, clients, and on-site contractors
Responsible for minimizing ecological disturbance and maintaining site integrity
Field documentation and accurate reporting of completed work
Demonstrated commitment to safety in wildfire-prone environments
Willingness to travel for project durations and stay in provided lodging
• Prior experience in mastication or vegetation management required
• Heavy equipment operating background (forestry, fire, or land clearing)
• Valid driver’s license (CDL a plus!)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and hike through rough terrain
• Mechanically inclined and self-motivated
• Strong communication skills and team reliability
• Wildland fire, fuels crew, logging, or conservation corps experience
• Chainsaw certification or training
• Prior forestry or land management certifications
Express can help you find the right job for your skills and experience. There is no cost to job seekers for our services.
Apply online:
Visit our office: 2360 S. Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80916
Holiday Pay
ACA-Compliant Health Insurance
Dental & Vision Coverage
Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance
401(K)
Direct Deposit
Paid Sick Leave
Express works with job seekers to find roles aligned with their skills, goals, and schedule. Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time, or flexible seasonal work, we have a wide range of job opportunities, including:
• Administrative
• Light Industrial
• Skilled Trades
• Professional Positions
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace.
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