Natural Resources Technician

What We Need

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Natural Resources Technician 2 within the Division of Forestry
, headquartered in Scioto County
. The address is 13291 US Highway 52, West Portsmouth, Ohio 45663. To learn more about the Division of Forestry please visit Division of Forestry | Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ohiodnr.gov).

• Assist higher-level staff with invasive species program on state & private lands;
• Apply chemical (e.g., herbicides & insecticides) under license of commercial applicator or limited commercial applicator, biological, & cultural controls to suppress forest pests;
• Perform semi-skilled general labor &/or preventative maintenance functions of indoor/outdoor facilities, grounds &/or equipment;
• Provide general customer services &/or support for facilities & grounds.
• Starting hourly pay of $20.85/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 4.5 years of service, with an end salary of $22.96/hr.
• There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT:
Positions responsible for application of regulated chemicals must receive instruction from commercial applicator or limited commercial applicator in proper use of equipment & all pesticides with which employee is to work per Ohio Revised Code 921.01 (VV); positions in Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry Wildfire Program only, must successfully complete Basic Firefighter Introduction to Fire Behavior Course (S-130/S-190) within first year of employment.

UNUSUAL

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes & noise; may be exposed to chemical spray; may work in, on or near water; may work evenings, weekends &/or holidays; works outside & may be exposed to inclement weather; may be exposed to dangerous machinery, unpleasant odors, human & animal waste, outdoor elements (e.g., animals, insects, poison ivy).

6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in semi-skilled maintenance functions (i.e., minor electrical repair, rough plumbing repairs, carpentry & masonry); 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in equipment safety practices; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in use of shop, hand & power tools; 6 mos. trg or 6 mos. exp. in operation of mowers & trucks; 6 mos.

trg. or 6 mos. exp. in equipment & vehicle maintenance; valid driver’s license.

• Or 6 mos. exp. as Natural Resources Technician 1, 22621.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job

Skills:

General Maintenance,
Technical

Skills:

Natural Resources,
Professional

Skills:

Attention to Detail

Natural Resources

Abbie Hanners or Dana Smith,  or hro.gov

Unposting Date: Mar 17, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location: DNR Scioto

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Scioto County-West Portsmouth

Compensation: $20.85/hr

Schedule: Full-time

Work Hours: 8-5 subject to change

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: General Maintenance

Technical

Skills:

Natural Resources

Professional

Skills:

Attention to Detail

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.