Forest Health Technician

Forest Health Technician

Salary

$36,504.00 Annually

Location

Pickens County, SC

Job Type

Temporary Grant - Full-Time

Job Number

193717

Agency

Forestry Commission

Division

Insect & Disease

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

10/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement

No

Class Code:

LD20

Position Number:

61166797, 61166798

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Work schedule is Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.

Pay Grade

GEN05

Hiring Range - Min.

$36,504.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$36,504.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

When applying for this position, the electronic state application must be completed to include the Education and Work Experience sections and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each work-related position and, if applicable, military service (indicate rank) and job-related volunteer work that you feel qualifies you for the position. Failure to provide detailed and complete work-related information may result in your application being rejected. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. SCFC requires individuals to complete an online application to apply for this position. Interested individuals can access www.careers.sc.gov, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid drivers license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Responsibilities

The Responsibilities of the Forest Health Technician:

Facilitates and conducts surveys for hemlock woolly adelgid and applies management where warranted. Records geographic and/or temporal trends of hemlock woolly adelgid.

• Survey for hemlock woolly adelgid and map their occurrence.
• Perform control and/or management of hemlock woolly adelgid.
• Attend events to educate the public on identification and management of hemlock woolly adelgid and other invasive species.

This is a temporary grant position. Two positions available.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and relevant experience (preference for experience with GIS and Excel).
• Criminal background check and alcohol and drug test are required.
• Must possess a valid drivers license (Class D).

Additional Comments

• Must be able to lift, walk, squat, climb, and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in changing environmental conditions.
• Work schedule is Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.
• Employee must have working knowledge of life sciences (biology, et al.).
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• This position requires the employee to be subject to random, post-incident/accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring and drug and alcohol testing consistent with SCFC Drug-Free Workplace policy and procedure. This position is designated as safety sensitive.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid drivers license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position may be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a high school diploma and have relevant experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid drivers license (Class D)?

• Yes
• No

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Do you understand that this position is a temporary grant position?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Forestry Commission Address 5500 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29212

Phone 803-896-8879

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.