Those who like to work outdoors may thrive in a position as a forest and conservation technician, one of the many Denver tech jobs available. Visit http://denver.jobing.com/cat/tech to learn more.
Forest and conservation technicians work under the supervision of a forester or conservation scientist to compile data on the size, content, and condition of natural lands. They may help measure timber, track wildlife, build roads, and locate property lines.
Candidates for most science technician positions should have an associate degree or a certificate in applied science or science-related technology. Science technicians also usually have to undergo a good amount of on-the-job training.
There were about 34,000 forest and conservation technicians throughout the country during 2008, and that number is expected to grow by 9 percent by 2018, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. About 75 percent of employees work for the federal government.
Employment of forest and conservation technicians in the Denver area is anticipated to increase from 102 workers during 2009 to 118 workers by 2019, resulting in 16 additional jobs and an average annual growth rate of 1.5 percent, according to the Colorado Department of Labor & Employment.
The national average wage for forest and conservation technicians was about $15.39 per hour as of May 2008.
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