East Texas Forest Preserves Technician

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Nature Conservancy
Silsbee, TX, USA
Full-time

 

The East Texas Forest Preserves Technician performs and participates in preserve operations, maintenance and management.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • The East Texas Forest Preserves Technician participates in preserve operations, maintenance and management.  This may include one or more of the following functions:
  • Perform land management treatments to improve native habitat restoration and management.
  • Assists with ecological monitoring, conservation easement monitoring, flora and fauna surveys and exotic species control.
  • Serves on fire management team, assists with preparation and implementation of prescribed fires, responds to wildfires. 
  • Maintain preserve infrastructure, vehicles, tools and equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE 

  • Supervises no staff, but may help plan and direct preserve work groups, including staff or volunteers.     
  • May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.  During fire line duties incumbent is exposed to heat and smoke while doing arduous work. 
  • Requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain.  
  • Must maintain arduous duty fire physical fitness standard (walk with 45 lb pack, 3 miles in 45 minutes).                            
  • Requires long hours in isolated settings.           
  • Requires travel to other preserves within the region. 
  • Makes day to day decisions as delegated by supervisor.                 
  • May work under infrequent supervision.
  • On-site housing available. 
Educational Background: 
High school diploma
Skills/Experience: 
  • 1 year’s training in science-related field or related experience in land management.
  • Experience recognizing plant and animal species.        
  • Experience operating various types of equipment.                        
  • Experience working in a team environment.   
  • Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. prescribed burns, First Aid, CPR, herbicide application, and driver’s license).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1 - 2 years’ experience in land management.                     
  • Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems.  
  • Ability to recognize plant and animal species to complete preserve management activities. 
  • Ability to operate various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g.; lawn mower, chainsaw, tractor, two-way radio, etc.).
  • Ability to follow instructions from colleagues.
  • PC familiarity, including database knowledge.  
Compensation/Benefits: 

The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.

How to Apply: 

https://www.careerarc.com/job-listing/the-nature-conservancy-jobs-east-t...

Job Function: 
Conservation & Environmental Science

Organization Info

Nature Conservancy

Overview
Headquarters: 
Arlington, VA, United States
Website: 
nature.org
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1954
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Environment
Science / Technology
Mission: 

The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.

Our vision is a world where the diversity of life thrives, and people act to conserve nature for its own sake and its ability to fulfill our needs and enrich our lives.

How do we achieve this mission and vision?

Through the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, including more than 600 scientists, all of whom impact conservation in 69 countries.

With the help of our many partners, from individuals and governments to local nonprofits and corporations.

By using a non-confrontational, collaborative approach and staying true to our five unique core values.

That's how The Nature Conservancy has done more than anyone else to advance conservation around the world since our founding in 1951.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Nov 8 2018
Active Until: 
Dec 9 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Nature Conservancy
industry: 
Nonprofit