Traveling Forestry Technician

Location: Canonsburg, PA travel-based role across the tri-state region (PA/WV/OH)
Schedule: Full-time; majority of work is on the road
Travel: Extensive team stays in provided lodging during the week; employees return home approximately 2 weekends each month

Position Overview

As a Traveling Forestry Technician with Growing Seasons Landscaping (GSL), youll help protect and restore natural environments by removing invasive species, assisting with reforestation, and maintaining forested areas. This is a highly active, outdoor position ideal for individuals who enjoy physical work, conservation efforts, and making a visible impact on the environment.

You will work on a professional, safety-focused team where reliability, strong communication, and respect are core values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform invasive species removal and assist with site mapping and field documentation.
• Apply and record herbicide treatments following environmental and GSL guidelines.
• Participate in reforestation and tree-planting projects.
• Safely use hand tools and powered equipment such as trimmers, brush cutters, backpack sprayers, and chainsaws (training provided).
• Maintain, clean, and organize tools, trucks, and field equipment.
• Support additional field operations to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain accurate daily logs, treatment forms, and safety documentation.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• College student, graduate, or experienced worker in a science-related field (Forestry, Wildlife, Environmental Science, Biology, Botany, etc.)
• 18 years or older with a valid drivers license and clean driving/background record
• Able to work safely and effectively in rugged outdoor conditions (heat, rain, uneven terrain)
• Comfortable working away from home for extended periods
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding field tasks
• Strong teamwork, communication, and reliability

Travel & Lodging:

• Majority of the workweek is spent in the field at project sites
• Lodging provided during travel
• Per diem provided
• Employee returns home approximately two weekends per month

Why Join GSL?

• Meaningful conservation work with visible impact
• Travel opportunity with lodging and per diem covered
• Hands-on experience valuable for careers in Forestry, Wildlife, Environmental Science, and Land Management
• Fast-growing, family-owned company with strong values and supportive leadership
• Safety-first environment with ongoing training and growth opportunities

Includes:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Comprehensive coverage available the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment.
• Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance Added protection for lifes unexpected events, available the 1st of the month after 60 days.
• Dependent Care FSA Offered alongside health, dental, vision, and short-term disability benefits, beginning the 1st of the month after 60 days.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Confidential support and resources for everyday challenges, beginning day one for you and your dependents.
• Paid Holidays Dedicated time to rest and recharge.
• Generous PTO Program Begins after six months of employment to promote work-life balance.
• Life Insurance Coverage provided after six months for added security.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Eligibility begins after one year to help you build your future.
• Medical FSA Available at open enrollment after one year, offering flexible options for healthcare expenses.

Offered compensation: $20/hr - $25/hr

Experience and License Requirements

• Driver's License (optional)
• Forestry (optional)
• Outdoor work (optional)
• PPE (optional)
• Wildlife (optional)