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Avg. salary range
$59k–$66k
across regions
Hours / Day
8
Days / Week
5
working days
About this career
Conservation technicians provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. They often compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. Many technicians assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.
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Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Computer Skills
Can you easily learn to use new programs or applications? Are you able to quickly find necessary files or information? Can you fix minor computer related issues?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Strength/ Dexterity
Are you able to lift a moderate amount of weight without any issue? Can you stand or walk for an extended period of time?
Education & Training
Associate's Degree
An associate's degree is the shortest post-secondary degree. Increasingly, people are turning to associate's as a quicker, less expensive route to career change than the traditional bachelor's or four-year degree. Associate's degrees usually take between two and three years to complete.
Compensation
Columbia Basin
Washington
Low
$56,700
Average
$66,400
High
$80,200
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
5 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 9am until 5pm, Monday through Friday. Longer hours may be required in emergency situations.
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$62,433
Overall Rank
142nd
out of 199 careers
In Agriculture & Natural Resources
13th
out of 17 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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