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Forestry Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Atmore, AL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
20 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
17 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Forestry Technician
Turn your passion for the outdoors into a career. Join our team and help protect manage and sustain our forests and natural resources.
Department: Land & Forestry
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Supervisor Role: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Join Our Mission:
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community tradition and progress. As Alabamas only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members preserve our traditions and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust unity and growth we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.
About the Role:
The Forestry Technician is a key line-level position responsible for performing maintenance and upkeep of all dirt roads wildlife food plots buildings and structures on PBCI forest properties. The Forestry Technician will also be responsible for the locating and spraying of invasive species such as cogon grass and will assist with the prescribed burning of designated Tribal Forest Lands. The Forestry Technician will perform any other jobs deemed necessary for the upkeep of Tribal Forest Properties. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. PCI Employees are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs and departmental objectives as assigned.
This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance Opportunity Accountability Respect Culture and Honesty.
Key Responsibilities:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:
Turn your passion for the outdoors into a career. Join our team and help protect manage and sustain our forests and natural resources.
Department: Land & Forestry
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Supervisor Role: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Join Our Mission:
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community tradition and progress. As Alabamas only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members preserve our traditions and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust unity and growth we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.
About the Role:
The Forestry Technician is a key line-level position responsible for performing maintenance and upkeep of all dirt roads wildlife food plots buildings and structures on PBCI forest properties. The Forestry Technician will also be responsible for the locating and spraying of invasive species such as cogon grass and will assist with the prescribed burning of designated Tribal Forest Lands. The Forestry Technician will perform any other jobs deemed necessary for the upkeep of Tribal Forest Properties. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. PCI Employees are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs and departmental objectives as assigned.
This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance Opportunity Accountability Respect Culture and Honesty.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with maintaining dirt roads and access areas on Tribal forest properties.
- Develop cultivate and maintain wildlife food plots and feeding areas.
- Apply herbicides pesticides and other treatments to control invasive species weeds insects and plant diseases.
- Perform general maintenance on buildings structures and equipment located on forest properties.
- Conduct grounds maintenance including mowing trimming fertilizing mulching and debris removal.
- Install and maintain fencing gates silt fencing and property signage.
- Assist with prescribed burns and forest management activities.
- Identify locate and treat invasive plant species.
- Support forestry wildlife and natural resource projects as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- One (1) year verifiable related employment experience in the landscaping or grounds upkeep field preferred.
- Must possess a valid state drivers license and an insurable record according to Tribal insurance guidelines.
- Ability to work odd and irregular hours as needed.
- Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
- Ability to travel and participate in required training leadership development and other events.
- Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.
- Ability to operate and maintain tools equipment tractors mowers and other machinery used in forestry and grounds maintenance.
- Self-motivated reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong work ethic with the ability to complete assignments and overcome challenges.
- Effective communicator who follows policies procedures and safety guidelines.
- Physically capable of performing strenuous outdoor work including lifting up to 50 pounds operating equipment and working in various weather conditions.
- Takes accountability for performance and maintains a dependable attendance record.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:
- Medical dental vision life insurance and voluntary benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Performance bonuses and COLA increases
INDIAN PREFERENCE SPOUSAL PREFERENCE OR FIRST GENERATION:
In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements as stated in a job description preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian
In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian
In order to receive preference the appropriate documentation must be submitted.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
The Poarch Creek Indians are Alabama's only federally-recognized tribe in Atmore AL. Learn all about our history, culture and community
