Zürich
Forest Ranger EFZ / Machine Operator 100%
- 09 September 2026
- 100%
- Zürich
About the job
use | protect | enable
Building Department Canton of Zurich
100%
01.11.2026 or by arrangement
Forest Ranger EFZ / Machine Operator
Join in for our forests!
and apply for the State Forest Operation Turbenthal.
and apply for the State Forest Operation Turbenthal.
Your tasks
- Operation of forest tractor and excavator
- Timber harvesting work in permanent forest management
- All forest work such as: forest maintenance, care of nature reserves, construction and maintenance of footpaths, forest roads, streams, recreational facilities and work for third parties (garden forestry)
Your profile
- You are a Forest Ranger EFZ and have a driving licence category B and BE
- You work independently as well as in a team, are performance-oriented and connected to nature
Your contact
Miriam Lustenberger
Forester
+41 43 257 98 07
Forester
+41 43 257 98 07
Dear personnel service providers! Unfortunately, we cannot consider dossiers that are associated with fee demands. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process.
About us
The Office for Landscape and Nature (ALN) fulfils diverse and forward-looking tasks for the Canton of Zurich in the areas of agriculture and forestry, nature and soil protection, sustainable food systems, as well as hunting and fishing.
The Zurich forest is a recreational arena for the population, a habitat for flora and fauna, but also the third largest timber producer in Switzerland. The approximately 40 employees of the State Forest and Training Section in the Forest Department are proud to support and manage the care and use of the forest in the Canton of Zurich.
Do you want to leave a mark? If you engage with us at the Building Department, you shape the face of the Canton of Zurich. We can offer you an exciting environment in a motivated team at the State Forest Operation Turbenthal.
The Zurich forest is a recreational arena for the population, a habitat for flora and fauna, but also the third largest timber producer in Switzerland. The approximately 40 employees of the State Forest and Training Section in the Forest Department are proud to support and manage the care and use of the forest in the Canton of Zurich.
Do you want to leave a mark? If you engage with us at the Building Department, you shape the face of the Canton of Zurich. We can offer you an exciting environment in a motivated team at the State Forest Operation Turbenthal.
We offer…
Modern machinery fleet
Good and broad training and further education opportunities
Responsible activity
Your application process
Pre-selection
Initial interview
Taster day
Final decision
