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Forestry Technician in Pearl City, HI

Salary data, training programs, and job outlook for Pearl City-area Forestry Technicians

💰 Pearl City Area Salary

Entry Level
$30,000
Median
$40,710
Experienced
$57,000

Salaries vary by employer, experience, and certifications. Pearl City figures based on regional BLS data and cost-of-living adjustments.

📋 About Forestry Technician Work in Pearl City

Forestry technicians support forest management operations — conducting timber inventories, assisting with reforestation, fighting wildfires, and monitoring wildlife habitat. Federal and state agencies, timber companies, and conservation organizations all employ forestry techs in an increasingly important environmental role.

What You Do Day-to-Day

  • Conduct forest inventories and timber cruising
  • Assist with reforestation and planting operations
  • Fight wildfires as part of suppression crews
  • Monitor forest health and pest infestations
  • Operate forestry equipment and GIS tools

🎓 Training Programs Near Pearl City

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📈 Job Outlook

National Growth: 3% (Average)

National Jobs: 33K employed nationwide

Credential Required: SAF (Society of American Foresters) Technician Certification

Typical Program: AAS in Forestry or Natural Resources Technology — 2 years