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Careers / Forest and Conservation Technicians |
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Job Description |
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Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May 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, fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats. |
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Top Ten Industries |
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U.S. National Figures. |
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Forest and Conservation Technicians |
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation) |
21,060 |
State Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation) |
4,800 |
Local Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation) |
2,400 |
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services |
650 |
Social Advocacy Organizations |
570 |
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools |
310 |
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services |
80 |
Scientific Research and Development Services |
50 |
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution |
40 |
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions |
0 |
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Interesting Fact |
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In the 18th and 19th century, hatmakers used poisionous chemicals including mercury in their work. As result, many developed pathological symptons -- an estimated 10% went insane. Hence the term "mad as a hatter" and Lewis Carroll's character, the Mad Hatter. |
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