Forest and Conservation Workers (45-4011)
Occupation description: Under supervision, perform manual labor necessary to develop, maintain, or protect areas such as forests, forested areas, woodlands, wetlands, and rangelands through such activities as raising and transporting seedlings; combating insects, pests, and diseases harmful to plant life; and building structures to control water, erosion, and leaching of soil. Includes forester aides, seedling pullers, and tree planters.
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Employment and Job Openings
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| Employment | Average annual openings | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 estimate | 2028 projection | Percent change | Labor force exits | Occupation transfers | Total | |
| Alaska | 42 | 48 | 14.3 | 2 | 6 | 9 |
| United States | 13,900 | 13,500 | 0.0 | 500 | 1,900 | 2,400 |
Job outlook
- Alaska: Alaska’s employment growth is moderate with low employment opportunities. Read more.
2019 Wages
| Mean Wage | Wage by Percentile | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th | |
| United States | 15.76 | 10.95 | 12.23 | 15.27 | 17.51 | 22.54 |
