SOC 19-4071
Forest and Conservation Technicians
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ51/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ31,080
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$54K
$36K โ $81K
Projected Growth
๐-3.2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค60/100
High exposure
๐ก Forest and Conservation Technicians face a risk score of 51/100 โ 7 points above the national average of 44. With 60/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite weak projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $54K ($8K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 51/100, Forest and Conservation Technicians faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-accelerated data analysis and pattern recognition are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 31,080 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in ethical oversight of research involving human subjects and designing novel experiments and research methodologies to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Forest and Conservation Technicians?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-accelerated data analysis and pattern recognition
Automated laboratory instrumentation and workflows
AI literature review and meta-analysis automation
Machine learning models replacing manual hypothesis testing
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Ethical oversight of research involving human subjects
Designing novel experiments and research methodologies
Interpreting ambiguous results with domain expertise
Fieldwork in unstructured natural environments
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Thin and space trees and control weeds and undergrowth, using manual tools and chemicals, or supervise workers performing these tasks.
Train and lead forest and conservation workers in seasonal activities, such as planting tree seedlings, putting out forest fires, and maintaining recreational facilities.
Provide information about, and enforce, regulations, such as those concerning environmental protection, resource utilization, fire safety, and accident prevention.
Patrol park or forest areas to protect resources and prevent damage.
Map forest tract data using digital mapping systems.
๐ป Technology Skills
Map creation software
Data base user interface and query software
Analytical or scientific software
Inventory management software
Computer aided design CAD software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
English Language
Customer and Personal Service
Law and Government
Administration and Management
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Scientists and Related Workers | 21 | $93K | 75% |
| Political Scientists | 25 | $139K | 82% |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists and Technicians | 26 | $79K | 80% |