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CivicMinds, Inc.

Physical Design Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$145K - $150K/yr

Supporting any EDA tool bench marking activities may be needed from time to time. Qualification ... Power grid, clock tree, and low-power reduction implementation methods * Signal integrity and ...

Cobb County Government

Foreman

Marietta, GA

... tree limbs, brush, and other materials from grounds or right-of-way areas; spreads pine straw ... Leads and participates in the installation and maintenance of signs and road markings; sets up work ...

Cobb County, GA

Foreman

Marietta, GA · On-site

$23.72/hr

... tree limbs, brush, and other materials from grounds or right-of-way areas; spreads pine straw ... Leads and participates in the installation and maintenance of signs and road markings; sets up work ...

U.S. Marine Corps

FORESTRY TECHNICIAN

Camp Lejeune, NC · On-site +1

$45K - $65K/yr

Timber marking and recording basic field data during timber cruising. * Local dendrology and tree species identification. * Reading and interpreting basic maps and aerial photographs. * Operating ...

Sheldon ISD

Grounds Crew Team Lead

Houston, TX · On-site

$3.5K/wk

... including tree removal, tree topping, fence repair, general concrete repair, and others as ... Athletic ?elds and track boundaries and markings. * Basic methods and materials used in controlling ...

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How much do tree marking jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for tree marking in the United States is $29.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone in a tree marking role?

A typical day for a tree marking professional involves surveying designated forest areas, identifying and marking trees for harvest, conservation, or removal based on management plans and ecological considerations. You will use field equipment like flagging tape, paint, GPS units, and data recorders while working outdoors, often in varying weather conditions. Coordinating with foresters, logging crews, and landowners is also common to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and management objectives. This role offers direct, hands-on experience in forestry and can be a great stepping stone to advanced positions in forest management or environmental consulting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tree Marking position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Tree Marking, you should have a solid understanding of forestry practices, tree species identification, and the principles of sustainable forest management, typically backed by relevant field experience or a degree in forestry. Familiarity with mapping software, GPS devices, data collection tools, and, at times, certification such as SAF Certified Forester can be vital. Strong observation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are important soft skills. These abilities ensure precise, safe, and ecologically responsible marking of trees in diverse outdoor environments.

What is a Tree Marking job?

A Tree Marking job involves identifying and marking specific trees in a forest for management purposes. This can include selecting trees for harvesting, thinning, conservation, or habitat protection. Tree markers use paint, ribbons, or other markers to indicate which trees should be cut or preserved. They often follow forestry guidelines and work closely with foresters to improve forest health and sustainability. This role requires knowledge of tree species, forest ecosystems, and sustainable forestry practices.

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FORESTRY TECHNICIAN

FORESTRY TECHNICIAN

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Camp Lejeune, NC • On-site

$45K/yr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

U.S. Department Of Defense rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 532 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 46 rated military and defense

Job description

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Qualifications:GS-06: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Assisting with wildland fire suppression activities, accurately and efficiently
marking, cruising, and calculating volumes of standing timber. Examples of qualifying experience include:
  • Timber marking and recording basic field data during timber cruising.
  • Local dendrology and tree species identification.
  • Reading and interpreting basic maps and aerial photographs.
  • Operating handheld Global Positioning System (GPS) units to collect straightforward field data.
  • Collecting field data in electronic storage systems.

GS-05: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Assisting with wildland fire suppression activities, accurately and efficiently
marking, cruising, and calculating volumes of standing timber. Examples of qualifying experience include:
  • Timber marking and recording basic field data during timber cruising.
  • Local dendrology and tree species identification.
  • Reading and interpreting basic maps and aerial photographs.
  • Operating handheld Global Positioning System (GPS) units to collect straightforward field data.
  • Collecting field data in electronic storage systems.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0400/forestry-technician-series-0462/
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education:GS-05:
A) successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (a) with major study in forestry, range management, agriculture, or a subject-matter field directly related to the position or (b) that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography),outdoor recreation management, civil or forest engineering, or wildland fire science. No more than 6 semester hours in mathematics is creditable.
OR
B) A combination of experience and post high school education as described above that equates to one year of experience. My percentage of the required education plus my percentage of the required experience equal one hundred percent.
GS-06:
A) One full year of graduate education;
OR
B) A combination of experience and education as described above that equates to one year of experience. My percentage of the required education plus my percentage of the required experience equal one hundred percentEmployment Type: OTHER

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